Take a tour of Regensburg Walhalla in Regensburg, Germany – part of the World’s Greatest Attractions travel video series by GeoBeats. This Greek inspired neo-classical temple whose halls honor the Germanic worlds most illustrious and admirable citizens, sits just outside Regensburg in the German state of Bavaria. The construction for this impressive structure commenced in 1830 and took 12 years to finish. The interior of the temple holds 130 statue busts and 65 plaques honoring nearly 2 millenniums of history. The name "Walhalla" refers to the mythological Norse heaven, except whereas the Norse Valhalla was reserved for slain warriors, this temple exhibits writers, clerics, and scientists as well as warriors. A progressive aspect of this monument is that the statues and plaques venerate both important men and women. Significant citizens past may be elected for the honor of being immortalized in this stunning temple; the government of Bavaria makes the ultimate decision of who is added to this laudable sanctuary.