David in Dallas Loc: Dallas, Texas, USA

Another location I visited in my 42-day trip to Europe was Munich (München), Germany. Here are a few selected photos of that experience.


DSC_2021-2.jpg by David Casteel, on Flickr
The Old Town Hall in Munich, Germany


DSC_2012-2.jpg by David Casteel, on Flickr
Part of the Marienplatz in Munich, Germany


DSC_2011-2.jpg by David Casteel, on Flickr
The Heilig-Geist-Kirche is one of the oldest churches in Munich. Its history goes back to the thirteenth century, when a hospice and a Romanesque chapel stood here.


DSC_2016-2.jpg by David Casteel, on Flickr
The main Altar of the Heilig-Geist-Kirche


DSC_2019-2.jpg by David Casteel, on Flickr
Stairs to the Pulpit of Heilig-Geist-Kirche


DSC_2024-2.jpg by David Casteel, on Flickr
The center aisle of Old Peter (Peterskirche) in Munich, Germany, looking toward the Chancel and Main Altar


DSC_2026-2.jpg by David Casteel, on Flickr
The High Altar of Old Peter (Peterskirche) in Munich, Germany


DSC_2028-2.jpg by David Casteel, on Flickr
The Organ of Old Peter (Peterskirche) in Munich, Germany--this was my primary focus for this visitation. It was built by Orgelbau Johannes Klais in Bonn, who built our church's organ, and is described as almost a tonal twin of ours.


DSC_2031-2.jpg by David Casteel, on Flickr
The ceiling of Old Peter (Peterskirche) in Munich, Germany


DSC_2052-2.jpg by David Casteel, on Flickr
Tower of the New Town Hall in Munich, Germany


DSC_2053-2.jpg by David Casteel, on Flickr
The famous Glockenspiel on the New Town Hall--the figures were dancing at the time.

Although the Frauenkirche (Cathedral) in Munich, Germany is a famous location, I could not get a good photo of the exterior. I did take a couple inside, though.

DSC_2051-2.jpg by David Casteel, on Flickr
Tomb of Emperor Ludwig IV in the Frauenkirche in Munich, Germany


DSC_2048-2.jpg by David Casteel, on Flickr
The Gallery Organ of the Frauenkirche in Munich, Germany (isn’t it striking?)

mtcoothaman Loc: Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

lovely set

David in Dallas Loc: Dallas, Texas, USA

Thanks, mtcoothaman--can you tell I'm a "church guy"?

wdross Loc: Castle Rock, Colorado

Thank you for the preview of what my wife and I are going to have a chance to see. If you think about the times that these churches were constructed, only the royalty and the churches had artwork. And only the churches were really available for "public" viewing. So most of the historical artwork is found only in the churches and some of the building structures. With the opening of some of the castles, now that royalty is much less prevalent, we get to see other forms of artwork that the churches "don't carry". So if one is traveling, one should always visit the religious buildings because they will almost always house the most public artwork of that culture. That tells the most about the roots of the cultures and much about the people today. So don't think of yourself as just a "church guy"; you are a photographic connoisseur of artwork and culture.

David in Dallas Loc: Dallas, Texas, USA

If you are interested in more photos of Munich, here: https://www.flickr.com/photos/8712554@N02/collections/72157656591890576/.

Ronbo Loc: Okanagan falls BC. Canada

Beautiful images. Thanks...

Leicaflex Loc: Cymru

A fine series of well taken photographs.
Thank you for sharing them and I trust
you enjoyed your trip to Europe.

Cotondog Loc: Saskatchewan, Canada

A very enjoyable series of excellent photos.

warrior Loc: Paso Robles CA

in munchen stat ein hofbrau house! Germany 1955-1958

Cwilson341 Loc: Central Florida

Another outstanding set. You are a master at architectural shots. These are very well done.

David in Dallas Loc: Dallas, Texas, USA

Thank you all for your very kind comments. I think I do better with buildings than I do people.

Dr.Nikon Loc: Honolulu Hawaii

Your selection was wonderful ..., your series shows your passion for shooting churches ... thanx for taking us on a part of your trip ....

David in Dallas Loc: Dallas, Texas, USA

Thank you. Churches provide an accessible venue for art, both in pictures and in architecture. And, of course, the magnificent organs provide musical art, as well as visual art.

Dick Z. Loc: Downers Grove IL

Just Beautiful David. I was there in 1952 and didn't see any of the beauty you have there.

AzPicLady Loc: Behind the camera!

Thanks for posting. I visited Munich regularly when we were there. It was my "go-to" city when I got tired of the cold, grey skies of the north.