BMW Factory Museum Munich

Munich, populated by almost 1.5 million, is the capital of Bavaria. It is located at the foot of Alps and with its idyllic physical beauty it attracts visitors from virtually everywhere in the world. Munich is one of Germany’s most festive cities and is also the centre of culture activities-it is only outranked by Berlin in terms of museums and theatres.

Built in 1968, the shimmering aluminum 22-story, 4-cylinder building of BMW Factory Museum, Munich entices visitors from all over the world and focuses on topics about mobility, communication, society, innovations, power, quality, consciousness and motivation. The BMW Factory Museum, Munich was completed in 1973.This automotive icon is housed in the most unusual building, shaped like a large bowl (41m /134 ft in diameter), with its circular base that grows larger in diameter as it rises nearly five stories high. Inside, a spiral path supported by four pillars provides the museum floor space. The BMW Factory Museum, Munich is placed next to the Olympic Village, site of the ill-fated 1972 Summer Games. While going along the way one come across displays of not only automobiles but also motor cycles and airplanes- more than 50 vehicles and various components are on put on display.

Munich is the heart of BMW. On the first floor small gift shops are to be found. Paid admission leads to the access to the spiraling exhibits. Building engines is the real strength of BMW. The BMW exhibits impressive aircraft engines ranging from pre-war radials to early jet engines from the 40’s. The BMW Factory Museum, Munich also encases some great designs. In the museum one also come across a marine engine. Importance of recyclability in automotive manufacturing is also focused here. Again achievements in developing combustion-engine alternatives are also focused in the BMW Factory Museum.

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With its thriving economy driven by information technology, bio-technology, biotechnology and publishing sectors, Munich is one of the most popular destinations. It has large-scale excitements to offer. Besides museums, the city also includes several art galleries and in the true sense of the word it is the most cultural cities of Germany.