Oktoberfest celebrates 200 years
Oktoberfest celebrated its 200th anniversary this year and we were there to enjoy the festivities. Here are some of the highlights of the event.
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Oktoberfest celebrates 200 years
On October 12, 1810, the townspeople of Munich came together to honor the marriage of Bavarian Crown Prince Ludwig to Princess Therese von Sachsen-Hildburghausen. The following day, celebrations continued with various activities, including concerts, parties, balls, and even a horse race. It was so spectacular and intense that the royals of Bavaria decided to hold another event [...]
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German Beer Guide
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