You can't really understand Germany until you realize that the north and south are basically different planets.
Berlin is the cool, messy sibling. It doesn't care if your shirt is ironed. In fact, you'll probably fit in better if it isn't. The history here is heavy—you can physically touch the remnants of the Berlin Wall—but the energy is all about the future. It's cheap (well, cheaper than London or Paris), the street food is incredible (currywurst is a mandatory snack), and the nightlife goes on until Monday morning. Literally.
Then you have Munich down in Bavaria. This is the Germany from the postcards. It's clean, rich, and traditional. This is where you go for the beer halls and the glockenspiels. If you want that classic European feel, Munich is one of the best places to visit in germany. Plus, on a clear day, you can see the Alps from the city center. It’s pretty special.
