Munich is the pearl of Germany, the capital of the federal state of Bavaria. It is located on the banks of the Isar River, at the foot of the picturesque Alpine Mountains. It can be called an open-air museum without hesitation. There are undoubtedly enough architectural sights here. However, many people associate this Bavarian city with real German beer, which is still produced here according to an ancient recipe.
Munich is a rare case when a huge city seems small and very cozy, despite the thorniness of its many architectural ensembles in the Gothic style. Distances between most of its attractions are quite "walking". It is better to start your acquaintance with this city from its heart - Marienplatz square, around which many sights are concentrated. During the Middle Ages, tournaments of valiant knights and fairs were held there. Today, street musicians and artists are the regulars of the square. In the center of Mirienplatz stands the majestic Column of Mary, who is considered the patroness of Bavaria. On the main square of Munich you can also see one of the rather exquisite buildings in the neo-Gothic style - the New Town Hall. Its façade is decorated with numerous arcades, and the clock tower adds sophistication to the building. Its chimes can be heard every day at exactly 11 a.m. The Old Town Hall is also located here, which has been reconstructed several times over its long history. Initially, this building was the municipality of Munich, today it houses the exposition of the toy museum, which is definitely worth a visit. There are collections of toys made of wood, paper, bird feathers, wax, as well as old dolls and the first toy railways. Next to the square is the oldest temple in Munich - St. Peter's Church. Other nearby churches are worth visiting, especially the golden Theatinerkirche, as well as the Cathedral of St. Michael with the burial vault of the Bavarian rulers from the Wittelsbach dynasty. The Rococo church of the Azam brothers is also very interesting. Visit the English Garden - one of the largest parks in the world. Its landscapes are fascinating literally from the first seconds. A great place in Munich for picnics and romantic walks, avid car enthusiasts should take a guided tour of the BMW Museum, which focuses on the colorful history of this popular brand. Visitors to the museum have access to over a hundred exhibits, ranging from aircraft engines to concept cars of the future, and the Viktualienmarkt, an old food market in the Bavarian capital, is also worth a visit. For more than two centuries, there has been a brisk trade in fresh produce from local farms. Market stalls are full of game, seafood, exotic fruits and vegetables, and the air is saturated with the smell of fresh baked goods from bakeries. Of course, you cannot fail to visit the many beer cities. The largest and most famous of them is located near Marienplatz - the Hofbräuhaus beer hall. It was founded back in the 17th century. Here you can not only taste real German beer, but also taste the famous Bavarian sausages and pork knuckle.
