Rohtang Pass - Indo Tibetan Border

The Rohtang Pass is a high mountain pass (13,000 ft above sea level) situated on the Pir Panjal range of the Himalayas. This is a 51 kilometer drive from Manali. 

On the way to Rohtang, there is mini Rohtang which is a tourist attraction point. One can see several shops and food stalls here. Most tourists do not venture above this point as the drive to actual Rohtang pass is difficult and dangerous.

As we were unaware of the dangers, we ventured forth. The climb was difficult and our diesel car was on the verge of giving up. The temperature decreases as one goes to a higher altitude and we found it to be extremely low at the top. So much so that it became difficult to breathe. The visibility is quite low. We could see some military people there.

Hardly any shops were present at the top - we could spot just one small tea stall. Very less number of toursists actually visist this point so it is considerably less crowded. The frozen snow looks beautiful and if you get lucky you could witness a snowfall (we did!).

The pass is open from May to October.

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Ramoji Film City - Hyderabad

Ramoji Film city is a world renowned film studio situated in Hyderabad. The area spans over 9,000 acres i.e. about 36 km of land and is certified as the world's largest film studios by Guinness World Records. At Ramoji, they provides comprehensive and advanced film production facilities.

 

This studio has been used for filming uncountable number of films, inlcuding Bollywood and Tollywood. They say that a film maker can walk in here with a script and walk out with a canned film.

Ramoji Film City is also a leisure destination for holidays, corporate conferences, events, theme parties, adventure camps, family outings and grand marriage ceremonies.

One of the most popular tourism destination in Southern India, Ramoji Film City attracts a number of tourists each day.

The cost of a single ticket for an adult is six hundred rupees. However, the day long trip would be worth spending the money.

Other than beautiful parks and landscapes, Ramoji houses a unique garden called the 'Butterfly' garden. One can see innumerable butterflies of all hues and sizes sitting on flowers and plants sprawled across the garden. There is a great amusement park with several rides for children here.

Ramoji is situated near Hayathnagar and Peddamberpet on Hyderabad - Vijayawada, NH9 highway, about 25 km from Hyderabad.

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