The real world is replete with such places that tell stories of being magical. Starting from charming places to enchanted castles, these fairytale beauty spots charm the soul and inspire visitors, carrying them to the magical world of joy. Presented below are several fairytale-inspired attractions across the world that will be regretted if not seen.
Neuschwanstein Castle, Germany
Situated on a hilltop in Bavaria, Neuschwanstein Castle is the perfect example of a fairytale stronghold. King Ludwig II’s construction in the middle of the 19th-century, this iconic little castle, was literally responsible for the Sleeping Beauty Castle in the Disney world. Its high towers, rich ornamentation, and the full view of the Alps make Neuschwanstein Castle the perfect destination for people who are both fantasy and history buffs.
Hallstatt, Austria
Being the village that is ensconced among the mountain and the water body of its own much loved is what Hallstatt is about. It’s labeled by many as the heavenly beautiful place on earth. Attire, its calm and natural beauty to reconstructed pastel-colored houses, stone-paved streets and the blooming flowers that set the backdrop could be a scene from a fairytale. How is Hallstatt different? Walk through the town, ride a boat in the lake, or dig into the old salt mines, and you will have experienced the magic of this charming place.
Colmar, France
Residing in the heart of the Alsace region, France, Colmar is a beautiful place that could serve as the set of a fairy tale. Cobblestones, the canals with nice narrow lines of houses, and the presence of those bright flowers everywhere give Colmar the nickname of “Petit Venise” of France. The multi-colored facades and the style of the buildings are so old that they are timeless and when one visits, it’s like stepping into another world, so no wonder the site is referred to like that of a place where dreams come true.
Sintra, Portugal
Sintra, a place in Portugal that has got a special status imprinted by UNESCO is a wondrous site with a string of amazing palaces and stunning gardens, which definitely give fantasy book vibes. The Pena Palace, a true gem that is noted for its lively colors and playful architecture style, is the most popular among travelers. The presence of other locales like the Moorish Castle and Quinta da Regaleira with its dark and magical passageways and enchanting greens frames the allure of the town. Sintra’s storybook-like fairytale is a call for all of the fantasy lovers to visit the place.
Giethoorn, Netherlands
The village is also known as the “Venice of the North,” and it reflects what we would expect to see in Venice, with canals instead of roads and boats for transportation. Giethoorn’s thatched cottages, wooden bridges and lush green areas give off a fairy-tale atmosphere to the village. The idyllic Giethoorn, full of peace and quiet, can reach its residents just by walking or sailing.
Shirakawa-go, Japan
The settlement has been situated in apoetique district and it might possibly be called a village within a village. The village of Shirakawa-go is significantly a place in the land of the rising sun that is shrouded in the vast mountain that reaches an altitude of over 1000 meters above sea level. The structures of the Gassho-zukuri houses resemble hands joined in prayer. These houses are built with thatch so thick that it can withstand snowfall and thereby create an environment, which, if captured in a picture or anecdote, would pass as a winterscheme from an alternative world. With such a quiet and calm atmosphere corralling the completely one-of-a-kind architectural marvel, the village is absolutely worth your time whenever you may visit it.
Bruges, Belgium
Bruges, an area where the appearance reminds one of the medieval era, is not difficult to move around, as canals divide it, and they look like winding rivers that encircle islands. They are flowing along some of the most beautiful squares such as the Markt Square and the Belfry Tower. Whether you admire old places in the town center or have a boat trip on the canals, Bruges is so dreamlike that its uniqueness can hardly be found in any other place.
