The history of Munich dates back to 1158, when Henry the Lion established a market near a bridge over the Isar, marking the origin of the city. In 1255, it became the residence of the House of Wittelsbach and later the capital of Bavaria, gaining political and economic importance within the Holy Roman Empire.
The history of Munich dates back to 1158, when Henry the Lion established a market near a bridge over the Isar, marking the origin of the city. In 1255, it became the residence of the House of Wittelsbach and later the capital of Bavaria, gaining political and economic importance within the Holy Roman Empire.
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