Real-Life Places That Are Behind Our Favorite Disney Movies

Both Corona and Mont Saint-Michel are two kingdoms surrounded by the sea. Needless to say that Rapunzel would've felt right at home here.

Ironically enough, Neuschwanstein Castle also served as the inspiration for Cinderella's castle in the Disney animated classic of the same name. Considering its breathtaking scenery and iconic architecture, it isn't hard to imagine why.

I suppose that this one was kind of a dead giveaway. Notre Dame caught fire back in 2019 and is due to reopen sometime in 2024 if all goes according to plan.

The influence of China's architecture is blatantly obvious when you look at the Emperor's palace in Mulan. The film is also based on the ancient Chinese legend of Hua Mulan.

Just like DunBroch Castle in Brave, Eilean Donan Castle overlooks the hills of the Scottish highlands and is nestled right against the rolling sea.

The next time you plan a trip to the Big Easy, be sure to check out this sight-seeing itinerary and witness the city through the eyes of Princess Tiana.

The Sultan's palace Aladdin resides in the city of Agrabah. The Taj Mahal is located in Agra, India. Coincidence? I am inclined to think not.

Be our guest and visit the Château de Chambord for a true taste of what Belle must've experienced as she pined for freedom while locked away in the Beast's dungeon. Be sure to stay out of the west wing, though.

Is it just me or do Pacha and Picchu sound eerily alike? Also, the character Kuzco (voiced by David Spade) seems to take his name from Cusco — the city wherein Machu Picchu is located.

I'm starting to get a strong sense of deja vu. Call me crazy, but this canyon looks all but identical to the one wherein Mufasa lost his life.

Much like some scientists believe Atlantis to be, Angkor Wat in Cambodia is a jungle city lost to the annals of time.

Bonjour, bonjour, bonjour! I can almost hear Belle's voice as she ever so passive-aggressively rails against the trappings of her provincial life in the foothills of the Basque country.

The colorful facades of Primrose Hill's various rowhouses no doubt served as a muse for Rodger Radcliffe's earworm "Cruella de Vil"

Walt Disney has confirmed that the Evil Queen's castle was inspired by the great castles of Europe. However, after a quick examination of the Segovia Castle in Spain — it isn't hard to figure out which one they're referring to.

If you happen to visit Chateau de Chillon at the right time, you just might be lucky enough to witness a mermaid sunning herself by the rocks in the cool waters.