Introducing Munich
Pulsing with prosperity and Gemütlichkeit (cosiness), Munich (München) revels in its own contradictions. Folklore and age-old traditions exist side by side with sleek BMWs, designer boutiques and high-powered industry. Its museums include world-class collections of artistic masterpieces, and its music and cultural scenes give Berlin a run for its money.
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Despite all its sophistication, Munich retains a touch of provincialism that visitors find charming. The people’s attitude is one of live-and-let-live – and Müncheners will be the first to admit that their ‘metropolis’ is little more than a Weltdorf, a world village. During Oktoberfest representatives of the entire planet turn out to toast the town.
Last updated: Feb 17, 2009
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RE: Anyone at Oktoberfest - last weekend?
by miss_hume 14 September 2011
Hey Sarah. Three friends and I (2 guys and another gal, all 26yrs old from the uk) will be in Munich from oct 31st til the 3rd. We are…
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Re: Navigating Oktoberfest- final weekend
by Riesling 14 September 2011
Do a search on this branch and in the [Toytown Germany|http://www.toytowngermany.com/forum/] forum, and you should find answers to your…
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Navigating Oktoberfest- final weekend
by panda303 14 September 2011
We will be in Munich for the final weekend of Oktoberfest this year. I realize I'm beating a dead horse by asking this, but after reading…
