Königliche Anatomie, Anatomical institute in Ludwigsvorstadt, Germany.
Königliche Anatomie is an architectural structure at Pettenkoferstraße 11 in Munich featuring neoclassical elements with a central domed section and flanking wings. The building employs reinforced concrete construction with multiple floors designed for anatomical research and teaching spaces.
Construction took place between 1905 and 1907 under architect Max Littmann's design, replacing an earlier facility that Leo von Klenze had planned in 1824. Its completion marked a turning point in modern medical education architecture in Bavaria.
The building remains a central hub for medical education at Ludwig Maximilian University and continues to shape the university's presence in this part of the city. Students and researchers gather here for both practical and theoretical work.
The building is centrally located in Ludwigsvorstadt and is accessible on foot from public transport connections. As it functions as an active research and teaching facility, exterior visits are possible but visiting times should be confirmed beforehand.
The microscopy hall inside features a reinforced concrete dome spanning approximately 22 meters, among the earliest examples of this construction technique in Germany. This technical innovation allowed for spacious teaching rooms without obstructing support columns.
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