Hyderabad-Deccan , General info:
7/10

A 400-year-old city founded by the Qutbishahi kings near the ancient Golconda forts, Hyderabad has been the seat of Nizams. Aftre India's freedom, it has been the capital of Hyderabad state, and since 1960 the capital of Andhra Pradesh. It is emerging as a vibrant knowledge centre, with its strong base of Information technology and biiotechnology sector. The Charminar is its symbol, a domed four-pillared 182-foot structure, that testifies to the triumph of human endeavour over pestilence. It is said to have been built to mark the city's resurrectin from plague.

Hyderabad-Deccan , Cheap stuff:
5/10

Being almost a geographic centre of the Indian sub-continent, it reflects the merger and blending of different linguistic and social sub-cultures of India. One finds a fair mix of various ethnic groups. One can see the ancient and the modern co-existing in this city. The maximum number of films in any language other than Hindi are made in Hyderabad, ie in Telougu. Ramoji Film City, located 30 km from the city, is a landmark. Well, landmarks abound.

Hyderabad-Deccan , Don't miss:
7/10

The Golconda, The Char Minar, Salarjung Museum, Tank Bund, The State Assembly, The Birla Temple, Shilparamam, Ramoji Film City, Osmania University, Banjara Hills.Falaknuma Palace

The Pathargatti, on way to Charminar has jewellery and pearl shops.

Hyderabad-Deccan , Food:
2/10

A variety of food. Vegetarian and non-vegetarian. The Hyderabadi biryani is famous.

Hyderabad-Deccan , Hotels:
2/10

A variety to choose from. Some of them are on par with the best in the world.

Hyderabad-Deccan , Safety:
2/10

Well, if you overlook the bit of rash driving on all roads.

Murree , General info:
7/10

Murree is a hill station close to the capital city Islamabad. Its 7500 feet above sea level, so remains cool even in summer. Being in close vicinity to Islamabad it gets huge number of tourists. Its economy is mostly based on tourism. I winter it gets snow and attracts huge crowds from nearby cities.

Murree , Cheap stuff:
8/10

Murree's Mall Road is shoppers paradise. Shawls, Stoles, dry fruits and locally embroidered dresses are speciatities.

Murree , Different stuff:
7/10

Abundance of dry fruits

Murree , Don't miss:
8/10

The Mall with its three levels of shopping in a hilly area is definitely not to be missed. In addition there are many lovely hiking tracks.

Murree , Food:
7/10

All kinds of Pakistani and international varieties especially Chinese food is available everywhere. Not to be missed is the local breakfast of omelletes and parathas with doodh patti tea. They have lovely version of french fries too.

Murree , Hotels:
9/10

PC Bhurban, Shangrila, Blue Pines, and 100s more. All over Murree one can find hotels, restaurants and shopping areas

Murree , Safety:
8/10

Its perfectly safe