Pilate's House Detail - Oberammergau - Germany

by Paolo Signorini

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Pilate's House Detail - Oberammergau - Germany

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Paolo Signorini

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Just 62 miles to the south of Munich is the village of Oberammergau, set in the lush meadows and foothills of the Bavarian Alps. The village has grown up alongside the River Ammer and today is home to some 5,300 inhabitants.It is a pretty village, with leafy parks and typical Bavarian houses - their carved wooden balconies and gardens bright with summer flowers. Many of the buildings are noted for their very special and ornately painted exteriors, some of them dating back to the 18th century. These Lüftlmalerei, or frescoes, are usually religious themes or scenes from fairytales.Oberammergau is famous for its woodcarvers and its Passion Play, performed every 10 years in the purpose-built theatre. There are regular guided tours of the theatre. Also worth a visit are the Pilatushaus to see craftsmen at work and the museum with its fine examples of folk art and woodcarvings and its unique collection of Hinterglasbildern - paintings on the back of glass.The villagers are passionate about music and theatre; apart from folk groups, the village also boasts a brass band and orchestra as well as a choral and music society.Apart from being rich in art, culture and tradition, Oberammergau also has the friendliest of people and a great reputation for hospitality.

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September 3rd, 2021

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