The capital of Bavaria and home to the hugely popular annual Oktoberfest, Munich is a treasure to explore. The Altstadt (Old Town) is very walkable, and the notable surrounding sites make Munich such a pleasure to visit. The five areas and sites profiled in this article are perennial favorites for […]
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Just outside the historic center of Munich is Nymphenburg Palace (“Castle of the Nymphs”), a Baroque structure that was a favorite summer residence for Bavarian rulers. Nymphenburg Palace was built in 1664 following the birth of Max Emanuel, son of Elector Ferdinand Maria of Bavaria and Henriette Adelaide of Savoy.
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The Munich Residenz (Residence) was the principal palace and government seat of the Wittelsbachs from 1508 to 1918. The Wittelsbachs began as Bavarian dukes, then electors starting in 1623, and finally rose to the title of kings in 1806. The Residenz has been a museum since 1920. This palace complex
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Looking for a novel experience – and an opportunity to soak in incredible sky-high views – while visiting Salzburg, Munich, or nearby environs? Kehlsteinhaus – often called Eagle’s Nest – is a mountaintop destination with magnificent vistas and a storied history. The 6,000-square-foot teahouse (Kehlsteinhaus) was designed for diplomatic purposes
Imagine visiting lovely cities — small and large — along the fabled Rhine River and Danube River. You can certainly visit these cities on your own and enjoy them. We’ve discovered that river cruising gives you this, but with valuable perks. The Viking Grand European Tour river cruise takes you
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