Munich is the third largest city in Germany and is the capital of Bavaria. Munich has a picturesque setting on the banks of the river Isar north of the Bavarian Alps. The architecture of the city is pleasingly old and is mixed with the latest high rise which is symbolized by the BMW headquarters building. The two royal palaces, the Nymphenburg and the Oberschleiheim are beautiful examples of the grandeur of the past. Some parts of the palaces now serve as museums and the grounds as parks.
There are ample number of places to see and things to do in Munich. If by chance you visit Munich in the beginning of October, then you will get find yourself caught up in the preparations for the October festival. The October festival is renowned, and it is mostly a beer drinking competition where the major beer making companies setup huge tents and beer in gigantic liter mugs is handed out. Beer is only given to those who are seated and to get a seat one needs to get into a tent prior to 10 am. The festival can thus be rather stressful.
There is theater, opera, and music in Munich for those who like to watch or listen to a first-class theatrical performance. The Residenztheater hosts an assortment of classical and contemporary plays. At the Nationaltheater, there are daily ballet or opera shows. The Kammerspiele can shock the audience with contemporary interpretations of well-known plays.
There are a number of museums, galleries and memorials to visit in Munich. The Dachau concentration camp memorial site is a sobering reminder of the horrors of the past, and it is thus not recommended to take small children there. The Deutsches Museum is one of the world's largest technical museums. For car lovers, the BMW museum is a must see museum.
For relaxing and strolling around, there are several parks and gardens in Munich. There is also a very big zoo, in fact one of the biggest zoos in the world where animals can be seen roaming in their natural habitats. Even if you're not a zoo person you will still enjoy strolling around this zoo.
If you are a sports enthusiast and have never gone to Olympics, then go to the Olympic village where the 1972 summer Olympics were arranged. There are quite a few universities in Munich that teach applied science, arts, and business studies.
There are two markets and a number of shopping centers for people who love to shop. The markets sell fresh vegetables, meat and fish, and every type of fruit that you can imagine.
Dining in Munich is a treat especially the special Bavarian breakfast which is served till noon! If you have missed the October festival there is still plenty of bars from where you can taste the famous beers that are made in the breweries in Munich.
Munich is a wonderful city to see at anytime of the year as it is very active, and there is always ample to do and look at over here.
There are ample number of places to see and things to do in Munich. If by chance you visit Munich in the beginning of October, then you will get find yourself caught up in the preparations for the October festival. The October festival is renowned, and it is mostly a beer drinking competition where the major beer making companies setup huge tents and beer in gigantic liter mugs is handed out. Beer is only given to those who are seated and to get a seat one needs to get into a tent prior to 10 am. The festival can thus be rather stressful.
There is theater, opera, and music in Munich for those who like to watch or listen to a first-class theatrical performance. The Residenztheater hosts an assortment of classical and contemporary plays. At the Nationaltheater, there are daily ballet or opera shows. The Kammerspiele can shock the audience with contemporary interpretations of well-known plays.
There are a number of museums, galleries and memorials to visit in Munich. The Dachau concentration camp memorial site is a sobering reminder of the horrors of the past, and it is thus not recommended to take small children there. The Deutsches Museum is one of the world's largest technical museums. For car lovers, the BMW museum is a must see museum.
For relaxing and strolling around, there are several parks and gardens in Munich. There is also a very big zoo, in fact one of the biggest zoos in the world where animals can be seen roaming in their natural habitats. Even if you're not a zoo person you will still enjoy strolling around this zoo.
If you are a sports enthusiast and have never gone to Olympics, then go to the Olympic village where the 1972 summer Olympics were arranged. There are quite a few universities in Munich that teach applied science, arts, and business studies.
There are two markets and a number of shopping centers for people who love to shop. The markets sell fresh vegetables, meat and fish, and every type of fruit that you can imagine.
Dining in Munich is a treat especially the special Bavarian breakfast which is served till noon! If you have missed the October festival there is still plenty of bars from where you can taste the famous beers that are made in the breweries in Munich.
Munich is a wonderful city to see at anytime of the year as it is very active, and there is always ample to do and look at over here.
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