Some of the most iconic castles in the world are associated with King Ludwig II of Bavaria. A romantic dreamer, often referred to as the Swan King or Fairy Tale King (der Märchenkönig), Ludwig ...

Listen: One People, Many Sausages 1. Riots broke out over the price of beer in Bavaria In 1844, King Ludwig I of Bavaria's attempt to impose a beer tax provoked a serious outbreak of 'beer riots'.

The permanent exhibition "Münchner Kaiserburg – Alter Hof" provides information about the city's oldest seat of power, its most prominent resident, Emperor King Ludwig of Bavaria, and the ...