Long before learning about Neuschwanstein in Bavaria, I was introduced to Sleeping Beauty’s Castle at Walt Disney’s Disneyland in Anaheim, California. It was the first castle I ever visited. It is also the icon that I associate with fairy tales and happily ever afters.
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| Walt Disney walking through Sleepy Beauty’s Castle at Disneyland Photo Credit |
Different parts of Neuschwanstein can be found at all of the Disney castles, a tribute to Walt Disney’s inspiration.
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| Sketch for Neuschwanstein by Christian Jank Photo Credit |
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| A sketch for Falkenstein, by Christian Jank Photo Credit. This castle was never built because King Ludwig II died |
I am a little bit of a Disney fan. I was at Disney World for my 10th birthday, Disneyland Paris for my 20th, and Disneyland for my 30th. I was also at Shanghai for my 40th. We got engaged on the Pirates of the Caribbean ride at Disneyland. This is where Walt himself once dreamed of creating magical experiences.
Cheers,
Amy