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 First reconstructed church |
Neuhauser Straße 14 Munich, Bayern Germany |
The ancient church was constructed in 1709-10 according to plans by G.A. Viscardi and it has served as a church since 1778. Destroyed in World War II, it was the first church to be reconstructed in Munich in 1945-46. The facade is in its original condition and on the lower floor is the last resting place of the Jesuit Rupert Mayer (1876-1945) who fought for the resistance against the Nazi regime and is still revered by the people of Munich. On the upper floor you can see the renovated chapel. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Munich's most famous landmark |
Frauenplatz 1 Munich, Bayern 80331 Germany +49 89 290 0820 |
Set against a clear blue sky, the towers of the Frauenkirche (Church of our Lady) form Munich's most celebrated landmark. The distinctive towers - built in 1525 - make the church of considerable architectural interest as they are considered to be the precursors of the Renaissance style. The church itself was designed by Gothic architect Jörg von Halsbach in 1468. Its size is imposing, but its simplicity and symmetry rule out any suggestion of ostentation. The interior is mainly Gothic, but the altars were redesigned in the 18th century under the influence of the baroque. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Ancient seat of the bishopric |
Weihenstephaner Berg Munich, Bayern 85354 Germany http://www.freising.de |
Situated on the left bank of the River Isar to the north of Munich, Freising was made the seat of the bishopric as long ago as 739. The Romanesque cathedral of St. Maria and St. Korbinian was built between 1160-1205 and decorated at the beginning of the 18th century by the Asam brothers in Baroque style with stucco and paintings. Another interesting feature is the surviving Romanesque crypt and the picture at the high altar by Peter Paul Rubens, Die apokalyptische Frau (the Apocalyptic Woman) - the original can be seen in the Alte Pinakothek. Freising is not, however, only known in religious circles. It is also famous as home of the oldest brewery in the world, the Brauerei Weihenstephan (worth a visit: Bräustüberl Weihenstephan). The Benedictine monastery was granted a licence to brew and sell alcohol in 1040. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A church that has had many roles |
Tal 77 Munich, Bayern 80331 Germany |
After Duke Otto converted this building into a hospital, it wasn't again converted into a church until 1327. In the 18th century, the interior was once again according to the tastes of the Asam brothers. The church suffered severe damage during the war, but its structure was successfully restored. The most valuable work of art is the Hammerthaler Madonna (1450) at the altar to the Blessed Virgin. The Late Gothic crucifix is very important. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The jewel.. |
St. Anna-Str. 19 Munich, Bayern 80538 Germany |
An example of Rococo church architecture. Since its renovation the Klosterkirche has become one of the most important and outstanding art treasures of Munich. After suffering heavy damage in 1944, the church was restored to its former glory in 1968 using the original plans. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Not to be confused with the Lottery... |
Innere Wiener Straße Munich, Bayern Germany |
Out of town you once again run into an idyllic place: the Lorettokapelle, where a brewery is situated. A big fire in 1987 formed the high bank area. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Glass paintings... |
Mariahilfplatz 11 Munich, Bayern 81541 Germany |
King Louis I wanted to design this church in an old German Romantic style - an interpretation of the Gothic. Splendid glass paintings were a dominant feature of 19th-century Romanticism. The church was destroyed in World War II and reconstructed in 1952/3 as a single-span church hall. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The new buildings are coming... |
In der naehe von der St. Michael's Kirche Munich, Bayern 81737 Germany |
At the St. Michael's Church the street leads to the Pflanzeltplatz. The church was built in the Baroque style and at the gate a proud old house with a wooden stairway expects the visitor. Church and Pflanzeltplatz still seem to have a touch of pure urban character, the old Perolehe (Bärenwald). Review © 2007, Wcities |
 A walk in green meadows |
Benediktstraße Ebenhausen Munich, Bayern 82067 Germany +49 8178 790 http://www.abtei-schaeftlarn.de |
Those visiting Schäftlarn would be well advised to take a walk through the lovely countryside before or after a visit to the monastery. Founded in 760, the monastery changed allegiances several times over the centuries, the last time being in 1866 when it was transferred to the Benedictines. Most of the buildings were constructed in 1702-07 according to plans drawn up by Giovanni Antonio Viscardis. The monastery chapel was rebuilt between 1733-57 and provides an excellent example of Bavarian Baroque. The interior contains frescos by Johann Baptist Zimmermann; the altar and pulpit were built by sculptor Johann Baptist Straub. Visitors should make sure that they sample the monks brew in the beer garden. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Church of the ladies |
Eisenmannstrasse Munich, Bayern Germany |
The church was erected by the Gunetzrhainer brothers (1732-1735). Designed by the Asam brothers, only the Baroque interior survived the Second World War. The church is famed for its coherence of design - between space, furniture and architecture. In former times the St Anna Damenstift was a religious refuge for ladies from the noble classes. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The separated... |
Karlstr 34 Munich, Bayern Germany |
The St-Bonifaz cloister, which is a part of the St-Bonifaz-Kirche, impresses the tourist because of its large, walled garden and reflects the Roman-inspired Munich of the Ludwig period. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Place for meditation |
Sendlinger Straße 26 Innenstadt Munich, Bayern 80331 Germany |
This quiet and unassuming church which was built by the Cosmas brothers in the 18th century, has an entrance that is framed by foundations of raw rock. Once you enter you may be surprised, for the interior is exquisite. The walls are red stucco and marble which is one reason that this church is regarded as a foremost example of German late-Baroque architecture. It had to be rebuilt after the Second World War. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Monumental frescos |
Ludwigstraße 20 Maxvorstadt Munich, Bayern 80539 Germany |
St Ludwig's Church was built in the New Roman Byzantine style and boasts of monumental wall paintings. Located opposite the Theatinerkirche St. Kajetan, St Ludwig's towers high over Schellingstrasse. The interior, with frescos by Peter von Cornelius, exudes a peaceful, romantic atmosphere. The fresco 'Das jüngste Gericht', a copy of Michelangelo's 'Jüngstes Gericht' in Rome, is one of the largest frescos ever painted. St.Ludwig's was built in 1829-44 by Friedrich Gärtner and acted as both the university and parish church. It was built at the request of King Ludwig I, who wished a church to be built on the newly constructed Ludwigstraße. The church was heavily damaged during the War, and repair work took until 1958 to complete. Nowadays, St Ludwig's basks in all its splendor. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Kneel Down & Pray |
Sendlinger Tor Platz Nussbaumstrasse 1 Munich 80336 Germany +49 89 5454 1680 http://www.stmatthaeus.de |
St. Matthew's is an historic church in central Munich. Inside you'll find the requisite decor and services, as well as a full calendar of lectures and the occasional concert. See website for event listings and more. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Largest Renaissance church north of the Alps |
Neuhauser Straße Munich, Bayern 80331 Germany +49 89 2317060 |
One of the most significant Renaissance churches north of the Alps, St. Michael's was originally built for the Jesuits. The inside is lavishly decorated and home to the second largest free-standing vaults in the world. There is an interesting answer as to why the church does not have a tower: when the first tower was destroyed while being built, Duke William V took it as a bad omen and built a much larger church, but without a tower. In the so-called 'royal vault', visitors will come across the resting place of 40 members of the Wittelsbacher royal family. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The long lost basilica... |
Karlstr 34 Munich, Bayern Germany |
The church was constructed in 1835-1847 by Georg Friedrich Ziebland and inspired by Early Christian churches in Italy. The former basilica was damaged in World War II and only the southern portions were restored for public use. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Magnificent baroque church |
Theatinerstraße 22 Munich, Bayern 80333 Germany +49 89 210 6960 http://www.theatinerkirche.de |
The visitor can thank Henriette Adelaide of Savoy, wife of Elector Ferdinand Maria, for the construction of this church, which she was promised in return for the birth of a male successor. By 1662, the deed was done. Construction of the church was supervised by architect Zucalli and provost Spinelli who devised the magnificent baroque dome. The building is dominated by conical towers with bulging spiral roofs; in 1768, the facade was remodelled in the rococo style by François Cuvilliés the Elder. Faisenberg's carved wooden pulpit is the most striking feature in the pale stone interior. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Divine influence |
Pacellistraße 6 Innenstadt Munich, Bayern 80333 Germany +49 89 290 0820 |
There is quite a story to the events that led to the building of the Dreifaltigkeitskirche. During the War of the Spanish Succession, a local girl had a vision that Munich would only be spared if a church were built. For a while the warning went unheeded, but when the city was threatened in 1704, influential citizens decided to follow the girl's divine judgement. The foundation stone was laid in 1711 and the task entrusted to architects Viscardi, Ettenhofer and Zuccalli. The convex late-baroque facade, bearing a mixture of Italian and Bavarian influences, is particularly noteworthy. Works by several noted artists can be found inside, such as the fresco on the ceiling by Cosmas Asam. Review © 2007, Wcities |