20 Breathtaking Real-Life Places That Inspired Disney Movies

While every Disney movie has its fair share of faith, trust and a little pixie dust, there's very real magic behind it all. From quaint villages to towering natural wonders to grandiose castles, these stunning locations serve as settings for the scenes you know and love. It doesn't matter whether the main character is a slumbering princess, a courageous lion, a lost fish, or an emperor-turned-llama—every movie draws inspiration from actual places in the most creative ways, whether you notice it at first or not. For a true trip around the world—without even having to pack a suitcase!—take a look at these unbelievable spots that have been recreated in Disney films.