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A majestic castle with blue spires set against a bright blue sky. Crowds gather below, adding to the lively and enchanting atmosphere.

The Real Places Behind Disney's Castles and Palaces

Disney castles. If you've ever watched a Disney animated movie or walked into a Disney Park, you know the castle is the icon we associate most with Disney besides a talking mouse. In many films, castles and royal palaces lend so much to the story, evoking distant, fantastical pasts. They feel both magical and timeless, yet their designs draw on real places.

Mar 201 min read

A painting shows a woman walking through the forest painted in bright colors

The Art History Behind Disney's Sleeping Beauty: A Guide through Some of NYC’s Museums

From medieval manuscripts and unicorns to renaissance landscape paintings and modern design, Disney’s Sleeping Beauty is filled with nods to real art that inspired its unique look. Did you know you can see many of these artworks in person in New York City museums like The Metropolitan Museum of Art, The Morgan, and The Cloisters?

Jun 17, 20252 min read