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What is Oktoberfest ?
It is one of the most famous festivals and the largest in all of Germany. It is held in Munich, Germany. Thousands upon thousands of people from all over Germany and the world.
History :
In the following years, the horse race was combined with the state agricultural fair, and booths serving
food and drinks were introduced. By the 20th century these booths have developed into large beer halls.
When is it?
It is usually the 3rd Sunday in September. It runs for sixteen
days through early October. So it's different every year.
Where was it held?
The fairground for Oktoberfest has always been held at
Therese’s Meadow, named after Princess
Therese and is still held there to this
day.
The Fairground :
The
entrance to the fairgrounds is surrounded by carnival rides. There’s a gigantic
roller coaster in the shape of a figure eight, shooting ranges, giant swings,
and a big wheel. Also, they have attractions like human eating fish and a hall
of mirrors. There are also, musicians who walk through the fairgrounds playing
traditional Bavarian music.
Food at the fest:
- Wurst or sausage with sauerkraut/ mustard
- Oxen tails
- lRoasted Chicken- usually served a half
- Potatoes dumplings with red cabbage
- Pretzels
- Rolls
- Affelstrudel
Popular Breweries :
- Augustiner
- Hacker-Pschorr
- Hofbrau
- Lowenbrau
- Paulaner
- Spaten
- They are all brewed or bottled within the city units of Munich
Clothing :
For Women
- Dirndl
- A dress from 18th century
- Top is usually a white, peasant top
- Tight bodice
- Flowly skirt, dress
- Usually checkered apron
- Depending on the person the skirt’s length or lace on the shirt
For Men
`Lederhosen
-Leather trousers, knee breeches
-Usually made from elk, goat, calf, or pig
hide
-They are usually braided or embroider with
monograms, designs, or edelweiss, hunting or peasant motifs.
-Buttons are usually made from rough elk horn.
Usually accompanied by leather suspenders
That's all from me. Thank you for reading this blog! Have a great day~
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