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Stone Bench: 1838 Monument in Munich's English Garden
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München: First Steps10 pts
München: Explorer25 pts
München: Insider50 pts
The Stone Bench in Munich's English Garden, crafted in 1838 by Leo von Klenze, commemorates the transformation of the area from a forest and swamp to one of the world's largest urban parks. The stone monument bears the inscription: 'Here, where you wander, there was only forest and swamp before.'
Quick Facts
- Founded
- 1838
- Architect
- Leo von Klenze
- Heritage Status
- Architectural Heritage Monument
Audio Guide
0:000:48
Part of These Trails
Monuments of München — Hidden GemsStop 9 of 9
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Location
Nearby
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