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 Botanical gardens |
Menzinger Straße 61-65 Nymphenburg Munich, Bayern 80638 Germany +49 89 1786 1350 http://www.botanik.biologie.un... |
Located in the grounds of Nymphenburg Castle, Munich's Botanical Gardens were designed in 1909-14 and boast over 15,000 varieties of plants. The grounds lend themselves perfectly to a relaxing stroll. The lake, with its ducks and frogs, is well worth a look, as too are the "Alpinum", with its Alpine flowers, and the magnificent greenhouses. Tours led by experts can be arranged (see homepage for details). Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Andrew Squire |
 Photo: Ed Kubisa |
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 Photo: John Nelson |
 Photo: Sonia Filipkova |
 Photo: Sabine Steinmüller |
 Photo: John Kissane |
 Photo: Herbert Schenkl |
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A little oasis |
Sachsenstraße 9 Au Munich, Bayern 81543 Germany |
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. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Oliver Farrnbacher |
 The English garden |
Englischer Garten Lehel und Schwabing Munich, Bayern 80538 Germany +49 89 3866 6390 http://www.schloesser.bayern.de |
One of the oldest English-style landscape gardens and one of the largest municipal parks in Europe, the Englischer Garten (English Garden) is Munich's crowning glory. Although perhaps best known for its nudists, the park is popular with all types of people all year round. Other features include a Chinese pagoda with adjoining beer garden, the Monopteros Greek temple, a river and a boating lake. Visitors can also attend a traditional tea ceremony in the Japanese tea house. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Royal park in Schwabing |
Karl-Theodor-Straße Petuel-Ring Munich, Bayern 80807 Germany |
"This column and grove of ninety lime trees are to commemorate the gratitude felt by the city of Munich on the 12th March 1911, the ninetieth year in the life of His Royal Highness, the Prince Regent Luitpold of Bavaria, then in the 25th year of his reign." These words are inscribed on the column here and describe how Luitpoldpark, situated between Schwabing and the Olympic complex, came into being. The hill which rises 37m above the ground was made from a pile of rubble. The park also contains Bamberger Haus, a pavilion with a café and restaurant, and the caricature gallery 'Cartoon-Caricatur - Contor'. The house was restored to its present condition in 1983, having been destroyed in the War and subsequently neglected. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Resting place of many |
Arcisstraße 46 Munich, Bayern 80799 Germany |
This octagonal graveyard was built in 1866-69 by Zenetti in order to take the pressure of the Southern Cemetery, which was slowly filling up. The Nördlicher Friedhof (Northern Cemetery) was used by Catholics and Protestants alike and witnessed its last burial in 1939 – the inn was full! High brick walls surround the grounds and there are arches on the western side; the chapel suffered significant damage during the War. You should definitely have a look at the lavishly decorated gravestones, which mark the resting places of many prominent 19th century Munich citizens. The cemetery is now an oasis of quiet in busy Schwabing. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The Olympic complex |
Spiridon-Lois-Ring 21 Olympiastadt Munich, Bayern 80809 Germany +49 89 3067 2414 |
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 287m high Olympic Tower boasts a stunning view of the city and is open 9a-midnight, with the last ascent at 11:30p. On a good day visitors can 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 was very controversial in its day. It 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 too is the Olympic Stadium, home to FC Bayern Munich, one of Europe's top football clubs. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The perfect place to relax |
Preßburger Straße Sendling Munich, Bayern 81377 Germany |
Commissioned for the International Garden Show in 1983, the Westpark is an outdoor paradise. The area (comprising 720,000 square metres) is divided into different sections, the most unusual of which is the East Asian Garden. There is a large lake with an amphitheatre, several playgrounds and plenty of space to relax and feel at ease. In the summer, the open-air stage is used to present plays, concerts and films (see the daily press for details). Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Renaissance royal gardens |
Hofgartenstraße Innenstadt Munich, Bayern 80539 Germany |
Facing Residenz Palace, the Hofgarten (royal garden) was commissioned by Duke Maximilian I and built between 1613-17. All its paths converge on the dodecahedral pavilion in the centre, which is crowned by a statue of Diana, one of Bavaria's most recognisable 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. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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