Facing Residenz Palace, the Hofgarten (Court Garden) was commissioned by Duke Maximilian I and built between 1613-17. Stroll through this beautiful garden and notice that all of the paths converge on the dodecahedral pavilion in the center, which is crowned by a statue of Diana, one of Bavaria's most recognizable symbols. The Hofgarten is enclosed on two sides by a series of arcades which were originally decorated with murals. The only surviving painting is Peter von Cornelius' fascinating depiction of the story of the Bavarian royal family.
Uno dei più antichi giardini all'inglese e uno dei più grandi parchi comunali d'Europa, l'Englischer Garten (Giardino inglese) è il parco più affascinante di Monaco. Esteso su un'area di 3,7 chilometri quadrati, questo luogo è uno dei più grandi parchi pubblici del mondo. Il parco ospita una serie di monumenti dalla grande varietà architettonica osservabili lungo i suoi prati vasti e verdeggianti. Da una pagoda cinese con annessa birreria all'aperto, al tempio greco Monopteros, fino alla casa giapponese del tè, il parco è ricco di monumenti ed edifici interessanti. Il parco è attraversato da corsi d'acqua artificiali e numerosi surfisti possono essere osservati mentre cavalcano le onde senza sforzo. Questo parco urbano è uno dei migliori centri socio-culturali di Monaco grazie al suo lago artificiale e al teatro all’aperto.
Located in the Schloss Nymphenburg, Schlosspark Nymphenburg is one of the largest parks in Munich. The picturesque green landscape, complemented by some extraordinary garden art, is the reason behind the castle garden's popularity among visitors. The entire area is spread around 229 hectares (565.87 acres) of land and is a must visit when in Munich. You can also avail of guided tours conducted by the garden authorities.
Marienplatz è al centro della città da quando fu fatta costruire da Enrico il Leone nel 1158. La piazza è uno dei centri culturali più ricchi di storia della città e prende il nome dalla colonna della Vergine (Mariensaule), costruita nel 1638 per commemorare la fine del dominio svedese in Germania. La piazza, che nei primi periodi della sua storia era un mercato trafficato, ha mantenuto la sua importanza come centro degli scambi sociali anche dopo lo spostamento del mercato. Ricca di monumenti, Marienplatz è affollata da turisti che ammirano l'intricata facciata gotica del Municipio nuovo, la cui torre raggiunge i 100 metri, e la Fontana del Pesce. La colonna della Vergine costituisce il fulcro della piazza, con una statua dorata della Madonna posta sulla sua sommità.
Built for the 1972 Olympic Games, the Olympic complex is now used for a variety of leisure activities ranging from sports events to concerts. The 287-meter (942-foot) high Olympic Tower boasts a stunning view of the city. On a good day, visitors can go up and see as far as the Alps. There is also a rotating restaurant at the top. The famous canopy roof which spans the Olympic Stadium, the Olympic Swimming Pool and the Olympiahalle were a topic of debate in their day. The complex is, however, timelessly beautiful and has become an integral part of the modern cityscape. The Olympiaberg (Olympic Hill) is a grassy mound made from Second World War rubble and also provides great views. The ice rink and swimming pool are also popular with sports fans, as is the Olympic Stadium, home to FC Bayern Munich- one of Europe's top football clubs.
Founded in 1911, the Munich Zoo Hellabrunn concentrates on nature preservation in the Isar area. Various animal presentations like 'Flipper parade' by Sea Lions, 'Jungle Patrol' by Indian Elephants and 'Banded Mongoose in action' are very popular. As a Geo-zoo, one can see a number of various species of animals and birds at Tierpark Hellabrunn, including sea lions, birds of prey and pelicans inhabiting the area of their geographic concentration. Various special events, guided tours and trips are undertaken by the zoo as well.
Located in the heart of the city, close to the city center, Drückebergergasse is also known as the Slackers alley. It is a very popular narrow road, located just behind the Feldherrnhalle. A very fascinating piece of history is associated with this place. To avoid saying the 'Hail Hitler' greeting and to ignore the Nazi guards, people took this route by their way through the small Viscardigasse. This small historic passage is therefore named as the 'Drückeberger' which means, "someone who tries to avoid his duty".
Schleißheim Court Garden is among the rare Baroque gardens which still retains its original glory. Henrico Zuccalli designed it in 1684 with a vast canal system and bosquet. While Dominique Girard laid out the parterre and water feature between 1717 through 1726. This beautiful landscaped garden fell into disrepair and was rebuilt by Carl von Effner to its former glory for King Ludwig I. It was one of the many casualties of the World War II bombings and the restoration process took a long time. A visit to this place will remind you of its glorious past and majestic landscape.
If you follow the River Isar south, you will find the Städtischer Rosengarten (the City Rose Garden) just after Wittelsbach bridge, quite close to the river. Everyone who knows about the garden is irresistibly drawn to it for its peace and tranquility. It is an oasis right in the heart of the city, with its many trees and shrubs, exotic and ordinary. The city's gardeners have also created a delightful rose garden, with countless different varieties. The gardens also function as a tree nursery for the city's public spaces and, occasionally, for private customers. Finally, another interesting feature, if only for academic purposes, is the garden of poisonous plants.
Uno dei più antichi giardini all'inglese e uno dei più grandi parchi comunali d'Europa, l'Englischer Garten (Giardino inglese) è il parco più affascinante di Monaco. Esteso su un'area di 3,7 chilometri quadrati, questo luogo è uno dei più grandi parchi pubblici del mondo. Il parco ospita una serie di monumenti dalla grande varietà architettonica osservabili lungo i suoi prati vasti e verdeggianti. Da una pagoda cinese con annessa birreria all'aperto, al tempio greco Monopteros, fino alla casa giapponese del tè, il parco è ricco di monumenti ed edifici interessanti. Il parco è attraversato da corsi d'acqua artificiali e numerosi surfisti possono essere osservati mentre cavalcano le onde senza sforzo. Questo parco urbano è uno dei migliori centri socio-culturali di Monaco grazie al suo lago artificiale e al teatro all’aperto.
Facing Residenz Palace, the Hofgarten (Court Garden) was commissioned by Duke Maximilian I and built between 1613-17. Stroll through this beautiful garden and notice that all of the paths converge on the dodecahedral pavilion in the center, which is crowned by a statue of Diana, one of Bavaria's most recognizable symbols. The Hofgarten is enclosed on two sides by a series of arcades which were originally decorated with murals. The only surviving painting is Peter von Cornelius' fascinating depiction of the story of the Bavarian royal family.
Sichtungsgarten Weihenstephan is a beautiful botanical garden in Weihenstephan and has been operating since 1947. This garden is spread across 12.3553 acres (5 hectares) of land and house a variety of plants and trees inviting the botany enthusiasts for study and admiration. An important place for horticulture students, this garden property is impressive thanks to its breathtaking landscapes and has several carefully planted flowering plants and a small pond. The Sichtungsgarten Weihenstephan is a popular tourist hub during summers and can be accessed for free by the public.