BMW Museum
The BMW Museum is located at the BMW Group headquarters in Munich, Germany. It is an integral part of the BMW Brand Experience Center. The museum covers a total area of 5,000 square meters and has a "bowl-shaped" design. It is situated next to the BMW "Four-Cylinder Building" headquarters. The exhibition halls of the BMW Museum are designed as immersive spaces, divided into seven main thematic areas. They showcase various BMW automobiles, motorcycles, bicycles, and some special-purpose vehicles produced throughout the years, using modern technologies such as sound, light, electricity, multimedia, as well as visual and audio materials. The museum aims to create an artistic space for product displays and presents a comprehensive history of the growth and development of BMW as a company.
BMW World
BMW Welt is located near the Olympic Park in Munich, adjacent to the famous BMW headquarters and the BMW Museum. The architectural design of the building is highly modern, resembling a twisted glass tower. Its unique double cone structure and wave-shaped roof vividly portray the brand image of BMW's propeller. BMW Welt serves as a multifunctional center for product showcases and customer experiences under the BMW Group. It features facilities such as a conference center, youth classrooms, and a library. Throughout the year, it hosts a variety of vibrant events and exhibitions with regularly updated content. Admission is free.
Neuschwanstein Castle is considered a leading star in German tourism. This beautiful castle is located near Füssen in the southern Bavarian province of Germany, close to the German-Austrian border in the southern part of the Alps. As the owner and builder of the castle, King Ludwig II was extensively involved in the design and construction of the entire castle. The completed parts of the castle's interior are exquisitely furnished and lavishly decorated, with many rooms reflecting his fervent admiration for the medieval knight spirit depicted in the works of the contemporary German composer Wagner.
Königssee, located near the town of Berchtesgaden on the border between Germany and Austria, is part of Berchtesgaden National Park and is surrounded by the Alps. Formed by glacial erosion, it features a landscape reminiscent of Scandinavian fjords, with green trees, floating mists, and incredibly clear lake water that is renowned far and wide.
The history of the Berchtesgaden Salt Mine can be traced back to the 12th century. It was not until 1517 that the salt mine was truly established and mining operations began. Three hundred years later, in 1816, parts of the salt mine were opened to visitors for tours. In 1880, the salt mine was fully opened, allowing people to explore this magical underground world. Along the way, there are peculiar rocks and mysterious salt pools. With colorful lights and mystical salt pools, the history here spans at least 250 years, and it was submerged underwater until 150 years ago.
Mirror Lake
The Mirror Lake deep in the salt mine has a high salt content. The lake surface is like a mirror, reflecting a clear image. It is truly like a mirror, and that's how it got its name. Walking from one side of the lake to the other, you will see the crystals on the lake bottom gradually getting larger, as if enchanted. They shine and sparkle under the light, creating a beautiful and magical scene.
Church of San Bernardino
Arriving by boat at the Hirschau Peninsula on the west bank, the St. Bartholomew's Chapel (German: St. Bartholomä) is a symbol of Lake Königssee. The church, dating back to the 12th century, is famous for its distinctive architecture, with a red onion-shaped dome and a semi-circular apse divided into symmetrical three lobes.
The Deutsches Museum is located on an island by the Isar River. It is one of the world's oldest science and technology museums and the largest of its kind in Europe. The museum houses approximately 100,000 collections, with 25,000 items on display, covering natural sciences and technology, focusing on Germany's core industries and key research areas such as physics, chemistry, heavy industry, infrastructure, and aerospace. It features an observatory and a planetarium, and notable exhibits include the reconstructed Galileo's laboratory, submarines and rockets invented by Germany during the two World Wars, and a simulated underground mine.
Piazza Maria
Marienplatz is located in the center of Munich. The square was built in 1158 and is the largest and most important square in Munich. With the new and old town halls of Munich surrounding the square, Marienplatz is known as the "living room of the city." It serves as a transportation hub and a venue for various political, cultural, and recreational activities, as well as gatherings for the citizens. Bayern Munich football team also celebrates their victories here. Marienplatz is always bustling and it's a great starting point to explore Munich. Although not large, the square showcases the rich history and cultural heritage of Munich at every corner.
The New City Hall is located on the north side of Marienplatz and is a brown-black Gothic building constructed in the late 19th century. The facade is adorned with statues of the Bavarian king, as well as figures from fables, legends, and saints. The entire building has a grand layout and magnificent decorations. It was constructed in three phases, spanning from 1867 to 1904, taking 40 years to complete. The clock tower of the City Hall, standing at 85 meters, houses the largest wooden cuckoo clock in Germany. It is one of the most iconic landmarks in Munich and serves as a prominent point within the Old Town's ring road, surpassing the height of all other buildings except for the Frauenkirche. The "Glockenspiel" on the clock tower is the fourth largest puppet dance in Europe and is widely renowned.
Fraumunster is an iconic building in the old town area, retaining a rich medieval charm. Many famous figures like Lenin and Einstein have resided here. The church was originally established as a monastery in the 9th century and features beautiful stained glass windows created by Chagall.
Royal Palace Beer House
The Royal Beer House is one of Munich's most popular restaurants, located in the northeast of Marienplatz. It was established in 1589 during the reign of King William V as a royal brewery and opened to the general public in 1828. Over the centuries, the Royal Beer House has become a prime gathering place for celebrities and politicians. Guests such as Princess Sisi, Goethe, and Lenin have visited the beer house. In 1780, Mozart composed the opera "Idomeneo" in commemoration of his visit. However, it was Hitler who made the Royal Beer House famous worldwide. In 1923, Hitler attempted to overthrow the republic and, at the Royal Beer House, he kidnapped Bavarian leaders and delivered his famous "25-point Program."
