munich

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Munich is much more than just the Oktoberfest or Lederhosen. The beautiful Bavarian capital possesses a mixture of exclusive shopping, art, culture, culinary indulgence, and deep-rooted traditions. Additionally, its residents are famous for being some of Germany's most cheerful people.

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Neues Rathaus & Glockenspiel

The Marienplatz is the heart of Munich and the site of the world-famous Glockenspiel. Daily, at 11am and noon, and additionally in summer at 5pm, the mechanical dancers in the tower of the New Town Hall come to life when the clock chimes. The building’s neo-Gothic facade is a favourite background for souvenir photos. Climb to the top of the 85-metre tower for a beautiful view of the city.

Kreativquartier

The Kreativquartier area embodies diversity and heterogeneity. The cityscape with old industrial buildings, colourful graffiti and wildly growing gardens, is where artists and designers run their studios and open workshops. From performances and exhibitions to concerts, the content, themes, and aesthetics rarely conform to traditional Munich culture.

Deutsches Museum

Deutsches Museum is the world’s largest museum of technology and science on the Isar River in Munich. You can find everything here from mining techniques to astronomy, with lots of original historic artefacts such as the first diesel engine. Additionally, the museum offers workshops and tours for children. There are two annexes: one in Schleissheim to the north of Munich devoted to aeroplanes, and one at the Theresienhöhe exhibiting all kinds of land transportation. The latest addition to the main museum is the ZNT, Centre for New Technologies featuring Nano and Biotechnologies.

Nymphenburg Palace

The impressive Baroque Nymphenburg palace, located in the western Munich, was built as a summer residence for the Bavarian Electors. The main building now houses a museum, while the surrounding area features expansive gardens, numerous smaller structures and pavilions, and an exotic greenhouse with a café. Notably, the castle is also famous for being the birthplace of King Ludwig II.