Dec
28
2006
The Wittelsbach residence in Munich was opened to the public in 1920 and now ranks among the finest palace museums in Europe. The Residenz was heavily bombed in the Second World War. Reconstruction to fix up the Residenz began in 1945 and the works of art were returned as much as possible to […]
Dec
24
2006
Heidelberg is one of Germany’s oldest and most scenic cities. The Heidelberger Schloss (Castle) was built between the 12th and 16th centuries and was the residence of the Electors of the Palatinate from the Wittelsback dynast for five centuries. The red sandstone Schloss blends Gothic and Renaissance styles. The castle is […]
Dec
23
2006
Every year Germany’s most famous Christmas Market opens its stalls for visitors from all over the world, right in the middle of the city. The market sells everything from Nuremberg spicy gingerbread, fruit loaves, bakery goods and sweets, typical Christmas articles such as Christmas tree angels, cribs, Christmas tree ornaments and […]