A few weeks ago I took the train up to Munich to stay with a friend. Although I enjoyed seeing the city, I have to admit that it didn't really stand out to me as somewhere I'd particularly like to go back to. Then again, the chilly temps may have worked against the city, since from what I hear the city is lovely in the summer, with its many beer gardens and parks (and of course, let's not forget the wonder of Oktoberfest in the fall).
Still, I liked seeing the city, and especially enjoyed visiting two of its palaces. It's incredible seeing just how ridiculously wealthy these people were. One of the most interesting parts was King Ludwig's "Gallery of Beauties," a collection of paintings of the women he decided were the most beautiful in the world, several of whom he had affairs with (maybe the 19th century version of Charlie Sheen's goddesses?). I also got to see the famous "glockenspiel" - a large clock on a tower in the main square with animatronic figures that dance.
Overall, I had a good time visiting my friend and checking out the city. What about you? Would you ever want to go to Munich?
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