Although much of the city was leveled during World War II, Munich has rebuilt itself to an impressive scale over the past several decades and today is home to a diversity of unique architectural styles and sprawling public spaces. It has also experienced an incredible degree of economic growth to match this infrastructural development; today Munich consistently ranks as one of the top-five most livable cities in the world due to its cleanliness, strong civic culture, and growing wealth.

Beyond its economic successes, Munich is very highly regarded as a cultural capital of Central Europe as well. There are many prestigious museums, universities, theaters, and other such cultural institutions that promise for a deep immersive experience among expatriates. What’s more the country’s lively markets, restaurants, and nightlife will always make for some additional fun on the side. Did we mention the city hosts Oktoberfest?

Munich further boasts one of the most comprehensive and efficient public transportation systems in the world, largely a combination of the U-Bahn and S-Bahn trains. Cycling is also a popular choice for travel among locals, who can take their time riding through Munich’s many parks and public gardens during the summertime.