Today Munich is an important and still growing commercial hub in the center of Europe , uniting a lot of international companies , one of the biggest airports in Europe , different architectural styles and lots of culture ranging from museums to theaters , operas , concerts and some of the biggest universities in Germany .
The regional food is often regarded as “ typically german ”, consisting of lots of meat ( favorably pork and veal ) and some dishes that are quite unknown in the rest of Germany like Weisswurst ( white sausages ), Obatzda ( a cream made from cheese and spices ) or Knoedel . The typical beverage is beer , which is served in many different ( sometimes seasonal ) variations like Helles ( Pale Lager ), Weissbier ( Wheat beer ), Maerzen or Bock ( a stronger lager with more alcohol ).
Several operas , more than 50 theaters and a high number of museums , especially international renowned art museums like the Pinakotheken or the Lenbachhaus can be found throughout the city .
Entertainment , Music & Sports The most famous celebration in Munich is – without any doubt – the Oktoberfest . It is held every year from the end of September to the beginning of October and dates back to the marriage festivities of the Bavarian king in 1810 . It is famous for its popular dresses and the beer ( more than 6 million liters of beer are served here annually ) and attracts visitors from all