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No clue who these fun Deutschers are.
Two things I do know:
1. Their outfits are not a joke
2. They didn't try to charge for this picture. I think they grabbed Grammy
and threw her in the sleigh with them. |
The capital of Bavaria is easily one of the most beautiful and enchanting cities in the world. I have been to Munich three times now, with a trip already on the books to go back there next weekend. When Zeke and I knew Grammy and Pappy were coming to visit, we knew we had to fit Munich in on our family vacation.
Here is a glimpse of Bavaria's capital -- enjoy the tour!
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| MEXICAN FOOD IN MUNICH! |
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| GERMAN BEER IN A MEXICAN RESTAURANT! |
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| This is what happens when countries don't believe in air-conditioning |
Schloss Nymphenburg
So there is
this nice little humble home in Munich. Based on its name, you're possibly thinking this place was a glorified brothel. (Completely possible, being that it has been the residence of Bavarian royalty during its existence.) However, we like to think its name gains more meaning from one of the more peculiar rooms in the palace. There is a large study whose walls are graced with bust portraits of 32 random women considered "beauties" -- their societal roles ranged from seamstresses to noblewomen.
Nymphenburg is the birthplace of King Ludwig II, arguably Bavaria's most famous and intriguing leader. You'll learn more about him from me in upcoming posts.
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| View of the castle (this picture captures maybe 1/3 of the entire set of buildings) |
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Swans were everywhere -- paying homage to Ludwig II,
who was given the nickname "Swan King" during his life |
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| The ceiling in the Great Hall. Very simple decor, right? |
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| Shot of the gardens |
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| And they say men can't multitask |
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| Liam is LOVING him some Grammy! |
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| Karlstor Tor, one of the four city gates marking the bounds of old Munich |
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| Someone finally discovered a better use of those silly size-clasps found on the tops of hangers |
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The Hofbräuhaus has been around since 1589.
Can you imagine just how cool you'd have to be to qualify for your own
padlock-protected drinking mug at their establishment? |
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| Duck!... Duck!... GOOSE! |
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| Picture nominated for Best Parents Of The Year 2012 |
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| Easily Liam's most favorite piece of art in the world: The Walking Man |
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| "Daddy. DADDY. DAD! LOOK! The Walking Man won't stop staring at us!!" |
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Falling in step with a long-standing Munich tradition:
you make a wish while rubbing each of the three lion faces |
Beautiful city, beautiful faces to share it with, and beautiful memories to cherish.
Awesome post my friend. love and miss you, but your blog always brings everything SO much closer... and explains why I've not heard form you much lately ;) xo
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