Have you ever thought of a city where you could surf in the middle of its lush gardens, tour over 80 museums, experience a truly Bavarian open market, enjoy eclectic culinary experiences, and taste some of the world’s celebrated beers in one day? Welcome to the heart of Bavaria- Munich!
There is much more to Munich besides its Oktoberfest and Baroque architecture. In a short but meaningful visit, Munich captivated my wanderer soul and enchanted my curious mind with its rich history, magnificent buildings, and rare art treasures; a powerful reminder that Munich has been indeed the center of artistic life and culture in the 19th century. Founded by the Benedictine monks, the city’s name holds the essence of its history, the word München means: “by the the monks’ place” – Today, modern Munich is a financial and publishing hub, as well as a frequently top-ranked destination for livability; in 2010 Monocle ranked Munich as the world’s most livable city.
Here is a glimpse of few must- dos when in Munich:
Englischer Garden:
Munich is home to one of the largest urban parks in the world known as the “Englischer Garten”. This charming natural landscape embodies several historic representations from temples and towers to beer gardens, connecting the city’s main river to the old city center of Munich. The English Garden is a popular playground for locals and visitors alike. One captivating attraction worth mentioning is the standing wave in one of the Englischer Garten’s streams called Eisbach in which surfers
This Article was originally published on Wines and Vines
