Munich - To Do 16Mar25 (St, Michael, The Asamkirche, The Glockenspiel, St Peter, Nymphenburg Palace)

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St.Michael

St. Michael's Church (built between 1583-1597) in Munich is the largest Renaissance style church north of the Alps, the resting place of King Ludwig II, the "Mad King" who built Neuschwanstein Castle (click here for day tour details) and remains a legendary Bavarian figure. It is also a symbol of Bavaria's Counter-Reformation. Unfortunately the catacomb visits weren't open but check it next time!

About King Ludwig II, 

King Ludwig II of Bavaria, known as the "Mad King," was a reclusive monarch famous for building extravagant castles like Neuschwanstein (Click here for tour write up) . His obsession with art and opera led to financial troubles, and he was deposed for alleged mental illness before mysteriously dying in 1886.
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The Asamkirche

The Asamkirche was built as a private chapel by the Asam brothers, features stunning Baroque illusions, and its design symbolizes a spiritual journey—earthly suffering in the darker lower section and divine glory in the bright, heavenly ceiling fresco.

You maybe interested in these other Churches to check out for their architectural beauty and exploration. These are my top recommendations by far. Each having their own unique charm as well as significance both in pop culture and history.

- Milan - Duomo (You can walk the roof top of the Cathedral)
- Milan - Free to enter Santuario di San Bernardino alle Ossa- Ossuary (An ossuary is a repository or storage place for human skeletal remains.
- Paris - La Basilique du Sacré Cœur (Finale Scene of John Wick 4)

- Frankfurt Red bricked Cathedral

- Barcelona - Sagrada Família ( A mix of light and stained glass. The duration of renovations and construction has spanned well over a hundred years)

- Cologne - Cologne Cathedral (Giving off LOTR Vibes)

- Rome - Vatican City Sistine Chapel, Saint Bascilica
- New York City - Trinity Church

The Glockenspiel

The Glockenspiel in Marienplatz, Munich, rings daily at 11 AM and 12 PM, with an extra 5 PM show from March to October. The performance lasts 12–15 minutes.
Click here for original posting on the square it self.

Did you know?

The Glockenspiel in Munich’s Marienplatz features life-sized moving figures that re-enact two historical scenes:
- The 1568 wedding of Duke Wilhelm V and Renata of Lorraine, complete with a jousting tournament
- The Schäfflerstanz (Coopers' Dance), a tradition said to have originated after the 1517 plague (black death) to lift the city's spirits.
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St Peter

A unique stand-out at St Peter's is Saint Munditia’s jewel-adorned skeleton rests in a glass shrine at the Church. A Christian martyr and patron saint of spinsters, her remains were brought from the Roman catacombs in the 17th century.

There are many churches which do the same in different formats.

You might also interested in this free to enter Ossuary (A place used to store human bones as the burial grounds are full) , Santuario di San Bernardino alle Ossa in Milan
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Nymphenburg Palace
€16 for combination ticket. 

The place is essentially divided into three areas. (Two ticketed areas. The main palace, the stables and the palace grounds which are free to enter)
Nymphenburg Palace, the birthplace of King Ludwig II, is one of Europe’s largest palace complexes in Europe.

The Main Palace (Ticketed)

Its Great Hall inspired Versailles' Hall of Mirrors (Paris), and its gardens feature canals, fountains, and mini palaces like Amalienburg.

*The royal bedroom*

(Ticked stables area)

The second ticketed area is outside the main entrance on the right where the clock tower is. The Marstallmuseum showcases royal carriages, including Ludwig II’s extravagant sleighs.

*The carriages were incredibly impressive with their detailing and sheer size.
What a visual treat.*

The porcelain section located on the upper floor.

*Doesn't that look like Jean Claude Van Damme*

(The Free to enter palace ground itself)

The place is a good 2-3hour worth of exploration. It was nice that the surrounding forest had bird houses randomly hanging on the trees to encourage wild life to make a home. The main highlights were definitely the great hall as well as the opulent sleights and carriages. Amazing!

If you love these style of rooms and opulence, you may also be interested in the checking out Residenz Muchen located in the heart of the city

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