Raquel Rey
This picturesque and historical German...
This picturesque and historical German town, Oberammergau, belongs to the district of Garmisch-Partenkirchen, in Bavaria. It is known for the showing of the Passion of the Chris which takes place every 10 years. This tradition dates back to the seventeenth century. In the facades of Oberammergau exists what is called Lüftlmalerei, something common in areas of Upper Bavaria. They recreate pictures on house facades - in the eyes of the beholder these pictures seem to be almost real. It's like an outdoor museum; stories are told on the walls, some are religious, some are fairy tales. A highlight is, for example, "Pilatushaus" or "House of Pilate".
This eighteenth century house boasts the freshest and most impressive highlights of Oberammergau. It's facade is the palace of Pontius Pilate and the scenes are so deep and intricate that they appear to be a three-dimensional image. Also very striking are the children stories which are shown on the facades, such as Little Red Riding Hood and Hansel and Gretel. These are just some of the images that show the fronts of Oberammergau but there are many more. You can take an idyllic walk through its streets and admire the backdrop of the Alps. Definitely a charming walk.
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