Munich in review
Munich is a rich and prosperous city, with a mixture of gothic, renaissance, baroque and neo-classical architecture influenced by the Wittelsbach dynasty who ruled the kingdom of Bavaria until the end of World War I. Well known as a cultural centre it has special seasons for opera, concerts, theatre and ballet. Culture seekers flock here for these and the numerous museums and art galleries.
The 800 year old city is located in the north of the Bavarian Alps, and close enough to the nearby alpine villages to visit their stunning mountain scenery. Sights not to miss are the Alte Pinakothek and Neue Pinakothek art museums, The Frauenkirche (Cathedral of Our Lady), the Deutsches Science Museum and the Rathaus, the Gothic city hall where glockenspiel performances are held. Kaufingerstrasse is ideal if you want to shop and the Schwabing District with its artistic ambience has elegant boutiques, antique shops, a lively nightlife, restaurants, bars and clubs.
Munich is most famous for its 'Oktoberfest.' Lasting for around 2 weeks it is packed with 'oompah' bands, rides and attractions, whole oxen roasting on giant spits, and beer tents.
- From our editor V.White – United Kingdom