Munich Art + Lighthouse Pictures

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From cozy beer halls to dazzling palaces, sprawling public gardens to cutting-edge museums, the Bavarian capital is a modern city with plenty of traditional charms.

High-end stores and elegant cafés line the aisles, while the courtyards are decorated with intriguing designs and art installations in this central mall.

The northerly border of Munich’s old town is marked by this large city square, framed by Italianesque buildings and a Renaissance court garden.

An ornate Gothic structure, a looming tower and an eerie bejeweled skeleton all belong to the oldest parish church in Munich.

Use this central square as a base for sightseeing, or as a vantage point to watch the crowds and take in Munich’s famous carillon.

The world’s most famous beer hall is not just a destination for beer aficionados. Visitors can also sample traditional Bavarian music, dancing and cuisine.

Formally the site of the world’s best-known sporting event, this park still offers plenty of attractions.

The northerly border of Munich’s old town is marked by this large city square, framed by Italianesque buildings and a Renaissance court garden.