Our Germany excursion takes us to Munich, the doorway to Bavarian history and culture.
By rail we arrive from Frankfurt to the Central Station in Munich.
Like most of European cities, maneuvering through Munich requires the use of trains, subways, trams and buses.
Ostbahnhof bus station is a few minutes from our accommodations with Ms. Frauke Krampitz who is part of Charlotte's Bed & Breakfast.
Ms. Krampitz and friend Hannes take a picture moment as my camera timer snaps a photo. They were friendly, knowledgeable and made our stay in Munich seemed like home. Thank you Frauke and Hannes, you made us feel like part of your family.
Tram 17, an above ground rail bus is our means into central Munich about 10 minutes from our stay. It's an economical means of travel while in the city.
Marienplatz, city hall plaza, is the center of old Munich. It is situated in a pedestrian zone with a plethora of shops, cafes, street vendors and hordes of tourist.
This is the town hall (not a church) tower. At midpoint is the Glockenspiel, a revolving figurine of knights and royalty that chimes at 3 times a day.
Fischbrunnen Fountain in Marienplatz. In the background is St. Peters Church where we ascended to the top just below the clock to see a panoramic view of Munich.
Inside St. Peters Church a candle table for prayer intentions.
A Bavarian Romanesque style church, St. Peter's beautiful interior shows the church's cultural and spiritual history.
Holy water container
Ceiling frescos are brilliant in color
Peaceful and beautiful
Main Altar
The Pulpit
Church bells inside the steeple.
View above St. Peter's Steeple, 302 feet (92 meters), Marienplatz plaza below. To the left are the twin towers of the Frauenkirche (Cathedral of Our Lady) - Munich's major landmark since 1525. (Facing north)
Marienplatz center below.
Fischbrunnen Fountain in Marienplatz
Facing northwest of Munich.
