Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
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Oktoberfest
First held to cele-
brate the wedding of
Ludwig I (1810), this is
the largest folk festival
in the world. Some six
million visitors flock to
the fairgrounds every
year
(see pp22-3)
.
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Beer Gardens
Locals are passionate
about their beer garden
tradition - bring your own food
and pay only for a cool pint
(see pp24-5)
.
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Around Marienplatz
Site of the Neues Rathaus
(New Town Hall) Marienplatz is
the main square. The historic
carved figures of the Glocken-
spiel in the town hall tower
come alive in a coopers' dance
three times a day
(see pp26-7)
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Ludwig II's most
famous castle
was inspired by
his admiration
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This lovely scenic lake on
Munich's doorstep is surrounded by
picturesque towns, royal summer
palaces, and the popular Buchheim
Museum
(see pp32-3)
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With 1.3 million inhabitants, Munich is Germany's
third-largest city.
