Munich - Little Square

(Local Name: Platzl) The Platzl ("Little Square"), world-famous on account of the Hofbräuhaus, was re-modeled in the Neo-Renaissance style around the turn of the century. The buildings surrounding it have recently been undergoing renovation, great care being taken to preserve any surviving old facades and restore traditional architectural detail. Today the square boasts several restaurants and shops, adding to the liveliness of the scene.

Among the Platzl's notable residents was the Court Composer Orlando di Lasso.

The "Platzl am Platzl", once renowned for its cabaret, is now the home of the Bavarian People's Theatre. Its repertoire of folk music and dance ranges from yodelling, "Gstanzi" (rhyming