The complete history of Munich — from 8th-century monks and the 1158 founding through 678 years of Wittelsbach rule, neoclassical Ludwig I, Nazi-era darkness, postwar reconstruction, and modern wealthy capital.

Munich’s nearly 900-year history — from medieval salt traders and Wittelsbach kings to Nazi-era darkness, postwar reconstruction, and modern landmarks — explained through the buildings that still tell the story.