Travel Guide: Munich's Top Attractions
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Built for the 1972 Summer Olympic Games that took place in Munich, the city’s Olympiapark is now a great tourist draw for visitors to the area and a venue for various activities. Found within the park are all a variety of Olympic facilities, as well as the Olympic village, Olympiaturm tower and the main stadium. When it was built, the Olympic stadium was the epitome of modernity. The roof is made of translucent acrylic and the curved design was modeled after the Alps. This modern touch is a distinctive feature of the stadium.
Viktualienmarkt
The city’s Viktualienmarkt, or victual’s market, is found in the heart of Munich. Open daily, this market morphed from a farmer’s market in the early nineteenth century to a popular location for fresh produce and deli ingredients today. Your senses are sure to be stimulated as you walk past colorful stalls. It is famous for featuring a variety of rare and difficult to find ingredients, and has an assortment of stalls featuring anything from herbs and spices to fish, wine and tea. Spread over roughly 240 thousand square feet, the market is renowned for its size and diversity.
Frauenkirche
One of the symbols of Munich is the Cathedral of Our Dear Lady, or the Frauenkirche. This church’s towers are noticeable throughout the city because of imposed building height limits, making it a striking addition to the skyline. While the church was consecrated in 1494, it was only roughly thirty years later that its famous domes were added, giving it the defining characteristics for which it is known. The building’s facade dominates the area and is a beautiful example of medieval architecture.
Wittelsbacher Fountain
Built in the late nineteenth century, the Wittelsbacher Fountain is an architectural masterpiece that is found in the city of Munich. The statues adorning this work of art are meant to symbolize both the devastating force of water as well as its positive strength. It was built to honor the erection of a new town water-supply system, and is a great example of classical art found in the city.
From religious attractions, to more modern-day parks, Munich is packed with remarkable landmarks.
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