The world’s biggest celebration of beer started in a town founded by Benedictine monks: Munich comes from Munichen meaning “by the monks”. Today, 6 million people can’t be wrong: now each year millions of people visit Munich to drink great beer, eat local food, and sing German folks songs (even if you don’t speak a word of German!). Munich’s festive Octoberfest has been happening each year since King Ludwig I threw a huge party for his wedding in 1810. Now you can join in the 17 days of fun and see all that Munich has to offer. Raise a (very large!) mug of beer and enjoy. Prost!

1. Munich Octoberfest

Photo by Anja Recker.

2. English Garden

Photo by Trading Travelers.

3. Rathaus Marionplatz

Photo by Michelle Anglin.

4. Ludwigsbrücke

Photo by Laurel @ Monkeys and Mountains.

5. Alstadt

Photo by Sofia N.

6. Munich Residence

Photo by Laurel @Monkeys and Mountains.

7. Frauenkirche

Photo by Travel Notes and Beyond.

8. Glockenspiel

Photo by Trading Travelers.

9. Marienplatz

Photo by Sultan AlKhemeiri.

10. St. Peter’s Church

Photo by Kerwin Chang.

Find out more about celebrations around the world like Carnivale in Rio, India’s Holi Festival, and La Tomatina, in Spain. Have you been to some amazing festivals? Share your photos on Trover.com!