Before Tadao Ando, who would have thought of using the interplay of space and depth to perfectly blend the solid, rigid cross with the surrounding natural?
On that day, my friend took me to the largest beer garden in Bavaria: Königlicher Hirschgarten. We arrived around 4 p.m., and since it was still before the end of the workday, the place appeared quite empty. However, I heard that on weekday evenings and holidays, it can get incredibly crowded.
During this European journey, visiting palaces became one of the highlights of the entire trip. The two palaces that left the deepest impression on me were located in Vienna and Munich. Vienna's palace, nestled in the hills, and Munich's palace by the water, each had its unique charm. However, compared to the Vienna Palace, Munich's Schloss Nymphenburg captivated me even more.
This is not a suitable place for a day trip. I left with many regrets because there was so much more to explore!
After more than half a month, my journey through Germany is coming to an end. On the train and along the railway, the diverse European travelers have enriched my imagination.
Located in northwest Bavaria, Germany, Rothenburg preserves various aspects of the Middle Ages. Its streets and buildings seem frozen in the 17th century, attracting numerous tourists. Every evening at 8 o'clock, a guide dressed as a wizard leads visitors to explore this place.
Hot air balloons, perhaps a symbol of happiness. A German couple living in Rothenburg used a hot air balloon ride to celebrate the wife's fiftieth birthday. Another California girl who came here to study also brought her boyfriend along to experience the balloon flight.
Starting from Alte Brücke, when you see the statues of the Elector and Athena, you are entering the city. Keep walking, and you will reach the steep section of the Philosophenweg. Why is this approximately two-kilometer-long path called the "Philosopher's Path"?
Join me on a journey to Bregenz, a picturesque town nestled at the border of Austria, Germany, and Switzerland. It's a destination that comes alive once a year for the grand opera extravaganza known as the Bregenzer Festspiele. But what truly sets this festival apart is its iconic centerpiece—the Floating Stage (Seebühne) that graces the shores of Lake Constance. Prepare to be captivated by the enchanting setting, where music and art blend seamlessly, making it the heart and soul of the Bregenz Music Festival.
MuseumsQuartier Wien, located southwest of the city center, covers approximately 60,000 square meters and is the largest museum district in Europe. With nearly 50 cultural facilities, it includes a diverse range of art forms, including paintings, performing arts, dance, architecture, music, new media, and film works.