Checkers left on the S-Bahn for the airport early this morning. She has three flights back to Durango.

So I toured Munich to see what I could before it started raining late this afternoon.

National Theater where Richard Wagner’s operas were first performed in the 19th century.

Max Joseph, aka Maximilian I.

Hofgarten

Where Checkers would likely be found if she lived here!

Came upon this Palm Sunday procession at the back of Frauenkirche, whose twin onion dome towers are a symbol of Munich. I could hear the service from a block away; there were musicians and singers in the procession, which was broadcast through outdoor speakers.

It is hard to see the twin onion dome towers of Frauenkirche from within the city center.

The Town Hall glockenspiel only performs at 11, noon, and 5.

Heiliggeisrkirche. There are many churches in the city center!

The Jewish synagogue, with the first ten numerals in Hebrew on the doors. I visited the Jewish Museum next door and learned about the history of recorded music, especially vinyl records.

Asam church, built by the brothers of the same name in 1740, is only 30 feet wide to fit into the row of houses and businesses on the block.

Inside the Asam church; lavish decorations.

Gilded grim reaper in the foyer of the Asam church.

Another old Roman gate; this is Sendlinger Tor on the south side.

Outside Sendlinger Tor by a few blocks, the Paulaner Brauhaus and restaurant welcomes thirsty travellers!

A relaxing place for lunch on Sunday, when many other businesses are closed.

Dark wheat beer (7% abv) was my favorite of the three that I tasted.

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