Imbibing the history of Oktoberfest
Get to know the world's largest celebration of Bavarian culture
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Oktoberfest is the world's largest celebration of Bavarian culture. Held annually in Munich, Germany, it attracts millions of revelers over a two-week period drawn to beer, bratwurst, and a host of fairground attractions. There's also a toe-tapping program of traditional song and dance featuring some of Bavaria's best Oompah bands. But did you know that the original Oktoberfest was held in honor of a 19th-century prince and his bride-to-be?
Click through and drink in the history of Oktoberfest!
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