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Munich
We arrived in Munich shortly before Christmas, and the winter atmosphere was truly enchanting, especially near Marienplatz. The entire city was enveloped in Christmas markets, lights, and the aroma of mulled wine. Munich seamlessly blends historical architecture, palaces, car culture, beer halls, and Christmas markets. During the day, you can visit the Munich Residenz or the BMW Museum, and in the evening, enjoy pork knuckle and beer at a beer hall. If you happen to be visiting Germany in winter, Munich is a great place to include in your itinerary.
Kafka statue
Besides the Old Town and historical buildings, Prague also has some more modern and interesting urban installations. This time, we visited the famous Kafka statue. It's a huge metal head that rotates over time. Each layer of the statue slowly moves and reassembles, eventually returning to the complete head. It's even more interesting to see in person than in photos because it's not a static sculpture, but a moving one.
Czech KFC must-order Kentucky Gold Wrapper
Surprisingly, one of the foods I most wanted to recommend during my trip to the Czech Republic was KFC. The Czech KFC had a limited-edition Kentucky Gold Wrapper, which was absolutely delicious. So if you're in the Czech Republic and happen to see a KFC, I highly recommend trying this limited-edition flavor.
Prague Streets
Prague's streets have a different atmosphere from other Western European cities. Trams, cobblestone streets, old buildings, and the winter sky combine to create a city that feels a bit cold and quiet, but also very unique. Because we weren't feeling well this time, we didn't visit too many tourist attractions. Instead, we spent most of our time walking around the city center, taking public transportation, and eating. This allowed us to see a more everyday side of Prague, not just the tourist spots, but the city as it truly is in winter.