A few hours in Munich (page 8/16)

One of the more inviting restaurant names I have seen, or perhaps it’s a department store; I wasn’t sure.

People sitting on the street eating, in Marienplatz. Notice the painting around the windows.

A couple of men in what I imagine to be traditional costume walk past a building that appears to be suffering an attack by a dragon. The men appear to be [...] [more...]

Dragon sculpture

A small dragon assailing a Gothic building. The statue is covered with netting, although I think this is less to do with keeping the dragon under control than with protecting it. The statue is on the New Town Hall [...] [more...]

More Gargoyles 1

A balcony high up has gargoyles.

More Gargoyles 2

A tower with a balcony high up has gargoyles.

Munich street

A golden tower with a dome; people shopping or wandering round looking at a beautiful European city, and some gothic revival buildings.

Nice socks

These two men are wearing some sort of costumes I think, probably to attract tourists. The nearer one has a design embroidered on his socks; traditionally such a design was called (in English) a clock, if you care. [more...]

Gothic Entrance 1

An arched doorway with a heavy door, banded with iron; around the stone archway various creatures scurry rater slowly.

Gothic Entrance 2

An arched doorway with a heavy door, banded with iron; around the stone archway various creatures scurry rater slowly. [more...]

Guardian lion

A carved lion supports an arch. Don’t get too close!

Omnipresence 1

As you wander around the city, glance up from time to time, and you will be reminded of the ruling powers. Or at least, you’ll be reminded that there are cathedrals and churches everywhere. [more...]

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