Linda and Roxy in Europe

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Oberammergau, Germany
Oberammergau is a town in the Bavarian Alps, probably best known for the Passion Play. In 1633 the plague came to Oberammergau, church wardens prayed for relief and promised to enact the Passion Play every 10 years if the village was freed of plague. The town of Oberammergau has upheld this promise and the Passion Play has become world famous. Participants in the Passion Play must be citizens of Oberammergau, either by birth or have lived in the town for at least 20 years. Oberammergau is also famous for woodcarving and fresco painted buildings.

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Looking down on the small town of Oberammergau.

This region is famous for its fresco painting. Frescoes are painted in wet plaster, which requires speed & skill & ensures a long life. This building was an orphanage which was what inspired its Hansel & Gretel theme.

Typical styles of fresco painting imitate architectural elements. Houses painted with columns, balconies, shutters or fancy trim work appear to be manors. The elements stand out looking 3 dimensional. Beautiful!

This is from the Little Red Riding Hood fable. This house had many scenes painted on it.

One of the many woodcarving shops. The woodcarving trade dates back to the middle ages. During winter when farming slowed, woodcarving provided income.

A display of wooden whirli-gigs, very whimsical!

A huddle of sheep. We figured the area had just been mowed so the grass was tasty.

Looking out our balcony to the Parish Church St. Peter and Paul. Inside is the 1634 crucifix of which the Passion oath was made in 1633. Bells ring often. We've heard church bells in most of the towns we've visited.

Taking a moment to appreciate life.