Marienplatz
Munich's central square is home to the famous Glockenspiel tower, whose life-sized figures dance and joust every day at the chime of the clock.
Munich is one of those cities that feels like it has everything. It is the beating heart of Bavaria, a region of Germany famous for its strong traditions, stunning scenery, and larger-than-life personality. Walking through Munich, you will find grand old buildings sitting comfortably next to cutting-edge museums, and city parks so enormous you could spend an entire day getting lost in them. In one corner of the English Garden, surfers ride a churning river wave as if they are at the beach — just one of the many surprises this city loves to spring on visitors.
Munich is world-famous for its culture of celebration, and its legendary autumn festival draws millions of visitors from across the globe every year. History lovers can explore fairy-tale castles on rocky hilltops, clock towers with dancing mechanical figures, and museums where you can step inside a real submarine. Whether you are into art, science, fast cars, or spectacular architecture, Munich has a way of making everyone feel right at home.
Munich is the capital of Bavaria, Germany's largest state, and is famous worldwide for its art, architecture, beer culture, and the annual Oktoberfest celebration.
Munich's famous beer festival Oktoberfest actually starts in September — the name is a little misleading because the city moved the dates to enjoy better weather!
Munich's central square is home to the famous Glockenspiel tower, whose life-sized figures dance and joust every day at the chime of the clock.
The world's largest science and technology museum, where you can climb inside a real submarine, walk through a mine, and even touch a lightning bolt!
Munich's giant city park is bigger than New York's Central Park and has a stream where surfers ride a man-made wave right in the middle of the city.
A bowl-shaped building full of gleaming cars and motorcycles tells the story of one of the world's most famous car makers, right next to the factory where they are still built.
Built for the 1972 Summer Olympics, this park has a famous tent-like roof, a tall tower with great views over Munich, and still hosts exciting sports and events today.
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