For many travellers, a visit to Northern Cyprus feels like stepping back in time. This region, which is controlled by Turkey, is a world away from the busy resorts, malls, and familiar international chains that can be found in the south. Instead, visitors will find remote villages and a slower pace of life. This sense of suspended animation can be traced back to the Turkish invasion of 1974, which led to the north becoming isolated from the rest of the world and self-proclaimed as a republic, recognized only by Turkey. Northern Cyprus stretches from the Karpass Peninsula to Morphou Bay, Cape Kormakitis, and its westernmost point, the Kokkina exclave. The southernmost point of Northern Cyprus is the village of Louroujina. This region is separated from the rest of the island by a buffer zone controlled by the United Nations, which also divides Nicosia, the largest city on the island and the capital of both north and south Cyprus. Despite its isolated status, Northern Cyprus has a lot to offer travellers. Its two prettiest towns, Girne and Gazimağusa, are located here, as well as half of the capital city. The region is home to three of the island's mightiest Crusader castles (St Hilarion, Buffavento and Kantara) and the island's most important archaeological site at Salamis. The Kyrenia Mountains, in particular, are a hiker's paradise, and many of the region's beaches are relatively untouched by high-rise resorts. Additionally, a visit to Northern Cyprus provides the unique opportunity to experience two very different cultures: the Orthodox Greek Cypriot and the Muslim Turkish Cypriot worlds. The north can also feel more affordable than the south, as it is not part of the Eurozone. Its tourist infrastructure is not as well-developed yet.

The Old Town Hall, an elegant example of Bavarian Gothic, serves as a focal point at the eastern end of the Marienplatz. The tower houses the Toy Museum (Spielzeugmuseum), and the ballroom on the second floor. The building stands out for its architectural design and wooden ceilings.

A distinctive symbol of memory, the NS-Documentation Centre is designed as a place of learning and reflection. It stands at the historical location of the 'Braunes Haus', the former party headquarters of the National Socialist German Workers' Party (NSDAP) in Munich. The purpose of the museum is to delve into the history of the National Socialist dictatorship within a contemporary and global framework. Admission to the museum is free of charge.

The impressive Baroque Nymphenburg palace, located in the western Munich, was built as a summer residence for the Bavarian Electors. The main building now houses a museum, while the surrounding area features expansive gardens, numerous smaller structures and pavilions, and an exotic greenhouse with a café. Notably, the castle is also famous for being the birthplace of King Ludwig II.