Munich - Old Picture Gallery Alte Pinakothek
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The Alte Pinakothek, one of the world's largest and finest picture galleries, was built by Leo von Klenze between 1826 and 1836, replacing the older gallery by the Hofgarten which had become too small for the steadily increasing Royal Collection. The building was so badly damaged by air attack in 1944-45 that demolition was contemplated; but between 1953 and 1963 it was restored, and the gallery's treasures, which had been stored elsewhere for safety, could again be put on display.
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Further restoration work was carried out in the late 1970s.
Things to See
Address:
Munich Old Picture Gallery, Barer strasse 27, D-80333 München, Germany
Hours:
January 1 to December 31: 10am-6pm; Tue: 10am-8pm; Closed: Mon
Tips: Reduced admission on Sunday. Combination tickets available for all three Pinakothek museums.
Discount: Sunday
Transit: U-Bahn: U2 (Konigsplatz); Tram: 18 (Schellingstr.).
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