Munich is a city that enjoys contradicting itself. Full of old-world charm,it is also one of the most modern and prosperous cities in Germany, onethat combines natural splendor with bustling modern efficiency. It is alsoa beautiful city whose blend of ancient and modern architecture coexistswith a lively contemporary cultural scene. Munich's cultural and economicimportance has created an environment that fosters innovation. Theevidence can be found in the many new post-modern architectural landmarksprofiled in this authoritative little guide. Several of the city's newestand most interesting governmental, residential, and commercial buildingsare covered. Color photographs and a site map are included for easy use bytourists and professionals alike.