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  1. Jul 22, 2022 · These 8 Real Structures Inspired the Castles in Disney Films A medieval-architecture historian breaks down the palaces in the animated classics By Katherine McLaughlin

    • Katherine Mclaughlin
    • 18 min
  2. Nov 15, 2022 · 8 real-life castles that inspired your favourite Disney films. You might know that many Disney films are based on fairytales. Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs comes from the Brothers Grimm classic and Sleeping Beauty by Charles Perrault was the basis for the film of the same name.

    • Katherine Mclaughlin
    • Snow White — Alcázar de Segovia, Spain. Disney/Shutterstock. Alcázar de Segovia, which literally translates to “Segovia Fortress,” is said to be the inspiration for Snow White’s castle in Walt Disney’s first full-length animated feature film, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.
    • Cinderella — Craigievar Castle, Aberdeenshire, Scotland. Disney/Christine Tran. Though Neuschwanstein Castle in Bavaria, Germany is heavily rumored to be Disney’s biggest influence for the renowned building in his 1950 classic, Cinderella, per Travel + Leisure, the National Trust for Scotland (NTS) regards Craigievar Castle as the monument to hold that honor.
    • Aurora (From Sleeping Beauty) — Neuschwanstein Castle, Bavaria, Germany. Disney/Shutterstock. Yes, the same castle that’s heavily rumored to be Disney’s biggest influence for Cinderella’s home with Prince Charming also reportedly served as the inspiration for Princess Aurora’s not-so-humble dwelling with Prince Phillip — both in California’s Disneyland and in the cartoon feature.
    • Ariel (From The Little Mermaid) — Château de Chillon, Lake Geneva, Switzerland. Disney/Shutterstock. The island castle known as Château de Chillon has served many purposes throughout the years: from the 12th century to the late 18th century, it was a fortress, an arsenal, a prison, a summer residence… you name it.
  3. Jan 11, 2015 · We took a journey through the Disney film archives, matching up enchanting fairy tales with the villages, castles, and vistas that inspired them.

  4. Sep 14, 2023 · About. Today on AD, medieval architectural historian Meredith Cohen breaks down the intricate details found within the interiors of iconic Disney castles. Go in-depth and discover the real-life...

    • Condé Nast
    • 12 min
  5. The truth is, the castles in the Disney movies we all love are actually based on real castles, fortresses, and even a famous hotel. Fortunately, you can still visit the real-life buildings and structures.

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  7. Apr 30, 2019 · The best part about being a Disney princess? Living in a lavish castle. Our favorites are home to Aurora, Elsa, Mulan and more

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