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The origin of the Oktoberfest celebration in Germany can be traced back to October 12, 1810, when Crown Prince Ludwig (later King Ludwig I) of Bavaria married Princess Therese of Saxony-Hildburghausen. The citizens of Munich were invited to join in the festivities held on the fields in front of the city gates to celebrate the royal wedding. The event was so successful that it was decided to repeat it the following year, and thus the tradition of Oktoberfest was born. Over the years, the festival has evolved into a celebration of Bavarian culture, featuring traditional music, dancing, food, and of course, beer. Today, Oktoberfest is one of the largest and most famous festivals in the world, attracting millions of visitors from around the globe to Munich each year.