A Compliment To The Holiday Of Beer Drinking In Germany

I'm busy counting the months until the month of October comes, and when it does, I'll book myself to the next flight to Germany to join the approaching Oktoberfest festivity! Imagine, seeing a enormous mass of people and beer, having fun together in the biggest and most notable festival in Europe.

Historically, the Oktoberfest began as part of the celebrations during the much-anticipated matrimony of the leader of Bavaria, Ludwig and his bride, Princess Therese. Since then, the Germans have been celebrating and commemorating the festivities of their monarch's grand day, even attracting visitors to join in the fun. The fun is out in the streets, complete with singers and dancers to stimulate the environment -- not like it needed any, but it's needed.


Tourism surges in Germany during that month, with beer lovers and adventurers wandering to Munich several days before the Oktoberfest. Hotels are full, inns work non-stop, while breweries churn out kegs and kegs of beer, enough to cause a flood. As the very first tub is opened, the food is passed around, and you can't help but be surprised as virtual strangers become close pals instantly. With that kind of festivity, I yearn that October comes twice every year.