Chapter 405: Maria Square
Robin took everyone to find a restaurant to eat, Munich's food is still German food, before Robin also introduced German sausages, some of Germany's signature dishes, German beer, these Robins have been introduced in the previous program, this meal will not be detailed, after eating, Robin will take everyone to Marienplatz.
What left a deep impression on Qu Lihua was the sculpture, Maria is the patron saint of Bavaria, and Marienplatz, with its columns, is the center of the oldest central square and pedestrian street in the inner city.
In the middle of the square is a pillar of the Virgin, at the top of which is a golden statue of the Virgin Mary, who holds a scepter in her left hand and a child in her right hand, holy and dignified, and the imposing Gothic building on the north side of the square is the town hall.
"It's a bustling place, especially with the sculpture of Maria, which is very eye-catching, it's an iconic sculpture here!" Robin explains.
Located in the heart of Munich's old town, Marienplatz was built in 1158 and is the largest and most important square in Munich.
There is a famous doll clock on the high bell tower, and when it comes to the fixed hour, the doll will come out to tell the time, which is very cute, and the wall clock shows, and the puppeteers inside will come out of the bell tower to line up for a performance, which is very interesting.
"Everyone's impression of us Germans is serious, stereotyped, restrained, but there is no lack of humor, when we watch the wall clock performance here, you can reflect, the Germans are still very childlike, very humorous, there are many people who come here to watch the wall clock performance, there are locals, there are tourists, there are parents with children to watch, there are also young couples, people are yearning for beautiful things, fresh and interesting, it will attract people to stop and watch. ”
Not far from the northwest of the square, there are two famous onion-topped Frauenkirche churches are the symbol buildings of Munich, come to Germany, Qu Lihua sees a lot of churches, almost every city or small town can see churches, Germany still attaches great importance to religion, which is the characteristic of Germany.
"I've already given you a detailed introduction to German churches before, and it's pretty much the same, so I won't go into detail this time, I'll take you around this square!" Robin said.
"Marienplatz is always lively, if you want to have a good visit to Munich, Marienplatz is a good place to start, everyone will gather here, there is a lot of people, it is more prosperous, there are shopping malls around, there are shopping shops, there are popular, it will attract people to shop here, there are many coffee shops, bars, to meet people's entertainment consumption. ”
Marienplatz is not large, but Munich is full of history and culture, and the buildings on the square are well worth seeing.
The fountain of the bronze statue on Marienplatz is the Fish Spring Wishing Fountain, where people often gather around to make wishes, throw coins into the wishing fountain, and make good wishes, which are said to be very effective.
The striking onion-headed domed building to the northwest of the square is the Frauenkirche, which can be climbed from the tower to overlook the whole of Munich, and is also a great place to photograph Marienplatz.
"I can take you up and overlook, and the feeling of watching the city from the ground is really different from the feeling of going up and looking out from afar, the visual effect is different. ”
"Yes, let's go, let's follow Robin to climb up and have a look!" said Head Xia Yuxiang.
Qu Lihua followed Captain Xia Yuxiang and Robin to climb high and look into the distance together.
"Wow, it's so beautiful, the architecture here is still very distinctive!" Qu Lihua exclaimed.
"Yes, it's really good, when we came to Germany, we still went to a lot of cities, and Munich is also quite representative!" Meng Wenjie nodded and said.
At Marienplatz, in addition to admiring the beautiful architecture, you can also see the most vibrant side of the city of Munich.
"The city is still very lively, the population is also large, people like to come out, after all, stay at home for a long time, no one can stand it, people like to come out for entertainment, watch performances, listen to songs, watch opera, the mood will be different, ask a few friends out, eat together, everyone sits together, young people are easy to communicate. ”
In this square, you can see all kinds of people, there are couples walking together, there are street performers who play and sing, there are rickshaws carrying tourists everywhere, life is close at hand, and the square is always crowded with people and trams during the day.
"There are also young people who come here to play the guitar, it is still very artistic, and it is also very good, I came to Germany, and I have seen a lot of street performers, a few guys play the piano very well, why don't they sign up for the talent show?" Qu Lihua asked.
Robin said: "Talent shows have to be selected, not every street art can be a lucky one, those who are selected are signed with the company, there are special entertainment companies to package, operate, and help artists to make a name for themselves, and many ordinary people, who do not have that kind of opportunity, but are very talented, play and sing on the street, meet some passers-by who appreciate their talents, and give some pocket money." ”
"Among them, there are college students and itinerant artists, all of whom have different life stories, relying on their talents to make money, which is also legal, and also adds musical characteristics to the city. ”
Meng Wenjie nodded, "When we went to Moscow and St. Petersburg, we saw a lot of street performers, not only young people, but also many old people, several old uncles and grandmothers, playing very well, Dongbula, they also invented their own musical instruments, which is very good!"
Qu Lihua nodded, "Yes, I also stayed in a deep impression, some street performers are talented, they just lack opportunities!"
"Yes, those glamorous stars are only a few, there are few opportunities, there are many people, and most of them are ordinary, but they are not willing to be ordinary, they want to show their talents, Marienplatz provides them with such an opportunity, they can play here, sing to their heart's content, and share the joy with everyone!"
Meng Wenjie said: "There are too many people in Maria Square during the day, it is a bit noisy, people come and go, and all kinds of voices converge!"
Robin nodded, "Yes, Marienplatz is too noisy during the day, you might as well come and visit when the lights are on, St. Mary's Square at this time has a more quiet beauty, and you can take pictures of the gorgeous night view of the square." ”
"Let's wait for the night, when there are fewer people, and then take everyone to see the night view here, the night view is still very beautiful, because many businesses have turned on neon lights, keep flashing, very beautiful!"
Robin took everyone to sit down in a restaurant on the street to finish eating, after a day of explanation, everyone also had a preliminary understanding of the city, and was also very interested in this square, after dinner, it was already the beginning of the lights, and there was indeed another scene different from the daytime, there were fewer passers-by, people went to cafes and bars, and from time to time there was laughter, and it was also very lively.
Qu Lihua listened to people speak German, there are also some exotic, she has been in Germany for a while, she has learned a few words of German with Robin, and can understand some simple daily language, she is very happy for her progress.
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