You Can Visit Munich Germany For Oktoberfest But It's Fantastic For So Much More

By Margaret H. Ulbrecht

If you're looking for a vacation spot, then Munich Germany is highly recommended to you if you are looking for scenery, landmarks and attractions. There are a lot of attractions within Munich for you to check out when you're there. Munich is absolutely gorgeous due to the natural and architectural sites that you can observe. Situated on the Isar river just north of the Bavarian Alps you'll have your breath taken away no matter where you explore in the city.

In 1972 the Olympic Games were held in Munich and the Olympic Park that was built is still used for a number of athletic activities today. The summer home of the Munich aristocracy, the Nymphenburg is open daily for tours.

If you want a change of scenery from the beautiful sights on the Munich streets, you can tour the incredible museums and art galleries that are located within the city of Munich. The Deutsches Museum is within Munich situated on an island is the Isar is a great museum and one of the oldest science museums in the world. If you'd rather look at art the Altre Pinakothek art museum is the largest art museum within Germany and it always has some wonderful exhibits. Another very interesting museum to check out is the BMW museum; it will get your engine going if you love cars.

Munich also celebrates Ballet Week and the Munich Opera Festival. The Munich Ballet Week is a week long festival comprised of the Bavarian State Ballet where international ballet stars perform and dance as a way to celebrate this long time tradition.

The Munich Opera Festival has taken place each summer since 1876 as is thought to be the most important music event in Germany. This is a world renowned event and includes performers from across the globe. It is plain to see that Munich Germany is a valuable vacation destination. The choices of entertainment including art, music, and dance are but a few reasons to visit Munich. High class hotels and restaurants along with shops full of German made souvenirs and other memorabilia will allow everyone to take a bit of Germany home with them. Munich holds a lot of history and can be felt upon arrival.

Munich offers something for people of every age and is a fantastic place for a family vacation. If you're planning a trip to Munich, you'll find plenty of Munich accommodations situated by the city's major attractions. And if you're considering participating in this year's Oktoberfest, it's always best to book your hotel early. - 29948

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