Munich's motto is 'Munich loves you', but you can be sure that the feeling is mutual and that you will love this city. Munich lies north of the Bavarian Alps on the River Isar. It was first a monastery and river crossing in the 12th century. Until World War 1 the city was ruled continuously by the Dukes of Bavaria.

Hitler's Nazi party regarded the city as its heartland. There still are two so-called 'Fuhrer buildings' around Konigsplatz. The infamous Dachau concentration camp was nearby.

Following World War 2, the rebuilding of the city left it with a small but stunningly beautiful inner city.
The spacious Marienplatz lies at the center, containing the old and the new town hall. You can find beautiful churches , like St Peter's, the city's oldest, or the 15th century Cathedral of Our Lady (Frauenkirche).

On the edge of the city center you can find the magnificent Royal Residence (Residenz), now a splendid museum. Other museums include The Alte Pinakothek with its extraordinary collection of European art, or Konigsplatz, a gallery and museum quarter.

Munich is very lively during Oktoberfest, a festival held each year, known as one of the largest people's fair in the world.
Munich has many attractions, including many parks, like the famous English Garden, wonderful buildings, interesting museums and lively street life. You will love Munich.