The map of Munich with its landmarks clearly shows where to begin your exploration of the historical monuments of the Bavarian capital - undoubtedly, it should start from Marienplatz!
Here you will find a column with a statue of the Virgin Mary, the Fischbrunnen Fountain, the Old Town Hall housing the Toy Museum, and the New Town Hall with an observation deck (height — 85 meters) and magnificent clocks featuring figurines that perform a theatrical show at certain hours.
The map of Munich's attractions also indicates that between Marienplatz and Odeonsplatz is the Gothic Cathedral of Our Lady (Frauenkirche), built in the 15th century.
Not far away is another magnificent architectural monument, the Theatine Church, designed in the style of Italian Baroque. And St. Peter's Church (Peterskirche) is interesting in that it was initially built in the Gothic style but acquired Baroque features during its extended construction.
Tourists who have visited the capital of Bavaria also recommend admiring the beauty of Karlsplatz Square, taking a walk through the former royal park Hofgarten, and then heading to the famous English Garden — all these spots are located within the Old Town.
And how can we not mention the attractions of Munich with names that can perplex an uninformed tourist - the Old and New Pinakothek and the Glyptothek. In the Old Pinakothek, invaluable works of painting from the Middle Ages to the mid-18th century are collected.
In the New Pinakothek, works by artists from the 19th to the early 20th century are exhibited, while the Glyptothek is dedicated to ancient sculpture. The description of Munich's top attractions also includes the Pinakothek der Moderne, the German Museum of Natural Science and Technology, the Munich City Museum, the Bavarian National Museum, the German Theater Museum, and the BMW Museum.
Special mention should be made of the palaces of Munich. Photos of these attractions will adorn any tourist's album. The Munich Residence of the Wittelsbachs, the Nymphenburg Palace, and the Blutenburg Castle are not only beautiful historical buildings but also interesting museums.
