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A live webcam shows Munich's Central Square in Germany. Munich's central square Marienplatz) is located in the old part of the city at the intersection of its main axes - the East-West axis, between the gates of Isator and Carlstor, and the South-North axis, between the zendling gate and the broken 19th century Schwabinger Gate.
Since the founding of Munich in 1158 by Heinrich The Lion. Heinrich der L'we) Marienplatz is the center and heart of the city. There were two main streets, so this square for centuries was a decisive place for the development of the city and its life. To this day, Munich's Marienplatz is the centre of the city.
Marienplatz in Munich has existed since the founding of the city. But it got its name not immediately, but only in the 17th century. At that time, a gilded statue of the Virgin Mary was erected on the square. And it happened on October 9, 1638. In the center of the square there is a column with a gilded statue of the Virgin Mary, which is a symbol of peace and life. The history of its appearance is interpreted differently by historians. Some claim that the column is installed in honor of the victory over the Swedes, others believe that in honor of the miraculous deliverance of the city from the invasion of the plague. The column was installed by Prince Maximilian I.
Several main streets diverge from Marienplatz in Munich. These are Weinstrae, Kaufingerstrae, Rosenstrae and Rindermarkt. Kaufingerstrae Street is a pedestrian street with many shops, boutiques and beer restaurants. She leads to Karlsplatz in the direction of the main railway station. The Victualienmarkt Market is located near the Old Town Hall. On Marienplatz there is a U-ban Marienplatz metro station.