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Ruhmeshalle und Bavaria (Hall of Fame and Bavaria)

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Theresienhöhe 16
80339 München
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The Hall of Fame on the Theresienwiese hill was built between 1843 and 1853 by order of King Ludwig I of Bavaria as a temple of honour for important Bavarian personalities who had rendered outstanding services to their country, science and art. The busts were erected inside the three-winged portico designed by Leo von Klenze, a tradition that has been continued again since 1966.The casting of the 18.52 m high and 78 t heavy statue of Bavaria, designed by Ludwig Schwanthaler, was carried out by Ferdinand von Miller and was considered a technical masterpiece at the time. There is a viewing platform in the head of the statue.

Last edited on 07.03.2025

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Front view with the statue of the Bavaria in the foreground. (opens enlarged image)
Ruhmeshalle und Bavaria (Hall of Fame and Bavaria), Munich © Bavarian Palace Department, www.schloesser.bayern.de
Antique portico with busts on the right side. (opens enlarged image)
Hall of Fame, Munich © Bavarian Palace Department, www.schloesser.bayern.de. Photo: Anton Brandl

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