Tile mural in Dresden

German wanderings...Munich beer halls, medieval Bamberg and post-communist Dresden

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February 9th 2008
Munich On the train from Switzerland to Munich we passed through the edge of Austria and made a stop so we both jumped out to say we've been to Austria. We arrived in Munich to find they were finishing off the Fasching festival. It's a bit like a massive fancy dress party that goes on for 6 weeks. Since we hadn't made it for Oktoberfest we thought we'd have our own Beer Hall cra ... read more

Europe » Germany

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As Europe's largest economy and most populous nation, Germany remains a key member of the continent's economic, political, and defense organizations. European power struggles immersed Germany in two devastating World Wars in the first half of the 20t... ... read more