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Renowned as the oldest and largest museum of science and technology in the world, the museum attracts more than 1.3 million visitors every year.

Ludwig I’s Gallery of Beauties features portraits of noblewomen and famous beauties, such as the tailor’s daughter, Helene Sedlmayr.

Three Pinakotheken (picture galleries) now lie side by side in the Museum District. The oldest, the Alte Pinakothek in a reconstructed building from 1836, is devoted to historic European painting – its collection boasts priceless treasures including panels by Albrecht Dürer (see Museum District – Alte Pinakothek).

In 1972, a large park, including an artificial hill, was created from World War II rubble for the Summer Olympics. At the time, the distinctive tent roof was considered an architectural innovation (see Olympiapark).

Dating back to 1358, the Residenz has been expanded by various wings and courtyards over the centuries.

First held to celebrate 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.

Locals are passionate about their beer garden tradition – bring your own food and pay only for a cool pint .

Site of the Neues Rathaus (New Town Hall) Marienplatz is the main square. The historic carved figures of the Glockenspiel in the town hall tower come alive in a coopers’ dance three times a day.

Ludwig II’s most famous castle was inspired by his admiration of Wagner’s operas (see Neuschwanstein and Ludwig II).

This lovely scenic lake on Munich’s doorstep is surrounded by picturesque towns, royal summer palaces, and the popular Buchheim Museum.