Bavaria

Scenic and enigmatic, an enchanting abode for a perfect holiday of a lifetime. Mesmerizing castles, snow-cladded mountains, traditional beer festivals, opera and high-tech industry all go to make Bavaria one of Germany's richest regions, providing an copiousness of experiences from the historical to the ultra modern.

Bavaria is third largest city in Augsburg, endorses some of the finest churches and wonderful restaurants and beer gardens. Birthplace of poet, playwright and political satirist Bertolt Brecht, Augsburg is home to the Brecht museum, dedicated to the work of the artist. A visit to Bavaria would be complete without a visit to the Oberammergau Passion Play. Staged every ten years since 1632, it is the world's longest running play.

One of the biggest tourist attractions in Bavaria is Munich' s yearly Oktoberfest but a travelers festivals all the year round, great beer and lively music in the hundreds of villages scattered in the region. Some other interesting places to spend in the surrounding region are Nuremburg, Passau, Regensburg, Wurzburg, Augsburg - all these cities offer cultural programs and nightlife, the countryside calm and relaxing atmosphere and beautiful landscapes.

Tourism has become an increasingly important economic factor in the Free state of Bavaria. The total number of overnight accommodations in all hotels and private lodgings, with a total capacity of about 715.000 beds, amounts to nearly 93 million, inclusive also of camping sites. As regards international tourism, the Free State has shown phenomenal growth as one in nearly five visitors comes from abroad.