Tourist Attractions in Bavaria State

Bavaria (Bayern) is Germany's largest state. In the Southeast corner of Germany, it is bordered by Austria and Czech Republic. Characteristics of the area include mountains, hills and rivers.

The central point of old Munich is the busy Marienplatz, with the Mariensäule (Virgin's Column; 1638) and the neo-Gothic Town Hall (Rathaus; 1867-1908). On the tower of the Town Hall can be seen a clock with mechanical figures; from the gallery their are fine panoramic views, with the Alps in the distance (best when the föhn, a warm dry wind from the Alps is blowing). On the east side of the square stands the Old Town Hall (Altes Rathaus; 15th century); the tower was rebuilt after 1945.