When I thought of Germany before going there, I mainly thought of Munich, Oktoberfest, castles, and Hitler. I had NO idea how much beauty Germany holds. Bavaria is a state of Germany that comprises about 1/5 of the total land. Tour guides described to me that Bavaria is to Germany what Texas is to the United States today. Bavaria was in fact, its own independent kingdom from 1806 to 1918 and Bavaria today contains its own culture and traditions – including Oktoberfest! 1) Oktoberfest The number one reason to visit Bavaria is of course the world famous Oktoberfest! For those of you who have been living under a rock, Oktoberfest…