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Escape the city and head to one of the world’s largest urban parks, which has lakes and meadows, as well as beer gardens and a variety of interesting relics.

From the cosy beer halls and magnificent palaces to the tranquil parks and fascinating museums, the capital of Bavaria is a modern city that preserves traditional charm. Munich is one of the most liveable cities in the world, with a strong economy that attracts large businesses and millions of tourists to visit the city each year for its beautiful architecture, ancient traditions and the nearby Bavarian Alps.

Gilt-covered stagecoaches, swan lakes and walls laid out with beautiful portraits are just some of the highlights of this grand historic palace.

Gilt-covered stagecoaches, swan lakes and walls laid out with beautiful portraits are just some of the highlights of this grand historic palace.

Gilt-covered stagecoaches, swan lakes and walls laid out with beautiful portraits are just some of the highlights of this grand historic palace.

Gilt-covered stagecoaches, swan lakes and walls laid out with beautiful portraits are just some of the highlights of this grand historic palace.

For a glimpse into the opulent past of Bavaria’s ruling class, visit this palace in downtown Munich.

The northerly border of Munich’s old town is marked by this large city square, framed by Italianesque buildings and a Renaissance court garden.

For a glimpse into the opulent past of Bavaria’s ruling class, visit this palace in downtown Munich.

Gilt-covered stagecoaches, swan lakes and walls laid out with beautiful portraits are just some of the highlights of this grand historic palace.

This Munich icon suffered serious damage during World War II. Today, though, its twin green domes rise above the city, dominating the Munich skyline in style.

Enjoy the rare spectacle of surfing in a landlocked city on this permanent wave and its calmer sibling in the heart of Munich.

The northerly border of Munich’s old town is marked by this large city square, framed by Italianesque buildings and a Renaissance court garden.

Formally the site of the world’s best-known sporting event, this park still offers plenty of attractions.

Escape the city and head to one of the world’s largest urban parks, which has lakes and meadows, as well as beer gardens and a variety of interesting relics.

For a glimpse into the opulent past of Bavaria’s ruling class, visit this palace in downtown Munich.

Gilt-covered stagecoaches, swan lakes and walls laid out with beautiful portraits are just some of the highlights of this grand historic palace.

Escape the city and head to one of the world’s largest urban parks, which has lakes and meadows, as well as beer gardens and a variety of interesting relics.

A glorious collection of glass paintings and wooden sculptures dating back centuries are among the treasures in the chapel of this moated castle.

Gilt-covered stagecoaches, swan lakes and walls laid out with beautiful portraits are just some of the highlights of this grand historic palace.

For a glimpse into the opulent past of Bavaria’s ruling class, visit this palace in downtown Munich.