Publisher's Synopsis
A lively mix of the rustic and the modern, confident Munich has exclusive shops, historic buildings and boozy beer halls. With some 1.3 million locals (Münchners), this is Germany's third-largest and most attractive major city. Located between the Salzach River and the Monchsberg in northern Austria, Salzburg is one of the most picturesque cities in central Europe. Set against the backdrop of the Alps, the skyline of Salzburg is dominated by impressive Baroque architecture. Rich in history and natural beauty, this tourist-favourite city of just 150,000 people draws nearly two million tourists every year.
