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DestinationsIs it a dream or is it for real? These places will make you wonder whether you step into the land of magic

and fantasy or still firmly stand on the ground. With unearthly nature, unreal landscapes or fairy tale

architecture, these destinations will take you far away from your humdrum reality.

COLMAR, FRANCEBy Fr Antunes

Picturesque

Colmar in France, considered the most

beautiful city in Europe, looks like it

came straight out of a fairy tale. This

tiny town in Alsace is famous not only

for its magically colourful old town.

Colmar, situated along the Alsatian

Wine Route, is called the "Capital of

Alsatian Wine" - it boasts a sunny

microclimate and is the second driest

city in France, making it ideal for wine

growing.

As if being the wine capital was not

enough, Colmar, with its pretty squares,

fountains and canals, is also called the

"little Venice" (la Petite Venise). It is also the home town of Frdric Bartholdi, who designed the Statue

of Liberty, and the painter Martin Schongauer.

Colmar, France. By Nikkodem


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FAROE ISLANDS

Faroe Islands. By webax.it

The Lord of the Rings' scenery of Faroe Islands truly makes you believe the archipelago is inhabited by

hobbits and elves. Located halfway between Iceland and Norway, in the heart of the Gulf Stream in the

North Atlantic, the 18-island archipelago is home to beautiful dramatic landscapes of volcanic peaks and

oceanic waves hitting against the rocky shoreline. The islands' magical and mysterious scenery seems to

be much closer to the fantasy world than to reality.

Saksun, Faroe

Islands. By T.K.V


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NEUSCHWANSTEIN CASTLE, GERMAN Y

Castle Neuschwanstein in Bavaria, Germany in autumn. By gerdragon

It is not a sugary Disneyland construction, although it looks like a fairy tale palace occupied by some

capricious princess. In fact, despite its magical look, the Neuschwanstein Castle is more firmly rooted in

reality than one could imagine. Constructed on a rugged hill in the 19th century for Ludwig II, the

castle's fixtures were revolutionary at that time: the building had running water and toilets with

automatic flushing on every floor as well as a heating system. Today, the Neuschwanstein is the main

stop on the Romantic Road, the Bavarian trail of ancient towns and castles.


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Dramatic look of Neuschwanstein. By Nataraj Metz

CAPPADOCIA, TURKEY

Cappadocia. By Emre ErsahinIf there was a fairy tale about the enchanted land of clay, its setting would look like Cappadocia. This

fabulous region located in central Turkey is famed for its pottery and unique rock formation in which the

ancient people carved out their houses and churches. The region is also home to the odd-looking rock

formations called "fairy chimneys" that can be found in various shapes such as cones, mushroom-like


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forms, columns and pointed rocks. The tradition of pottery and ceramics in Turkey is one of the world's

oldest crafts, dating back to the 8th century.

By Emre Ersahin

HOI AN, VIETNAM


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Hoi An. Byjmhullot

Hoi An is a place that cannot be missed while in Vietnam. This colourful, magical and beautiful little

town is home to more silk lanterns than people. Situated on the coast of the South China Sea, the town

used to be an important port and trading centre. Today it is a fairy tale spot visited by thousands of

travellers and backpackers that cannot resist its charm. Hoi An's fabulous atmosphere blended with

captivating hospitality and fairytale architecture make the town one of the most rewarding destination

in South-East Asia.

Lattern shop. By Nikkodem


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GREENLAND

Tasiilaq Greenland. By chrissy575

Unspoiled, remote and untraveled, Greenland is a land of wilderness, unbeaten tracks, raw landscapes

and jaw-dropping vistas. With virtually no trees, no roads and almost no people, the island seems to be

inhabited by mythological dwarves rather than humans. Though cold and rugged, Greenland is a place

of unforgettable atmosphere warmed up by the magical aurora borealis and colourfully painted houses.

Winter in Greenland. By noukorama


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VEN ICE, ITALY

Venice. By MorBCN

Venice is hard to rival. Its admirable architecture, unique canals, the abundance of fantastic sights and

extraordinary atmosphere are one of a kind. Venice seems to be imported from another dimension,

though the New York Times described it as "undoubtedly the most beautiful city built by man".

Stretched across 117 small islands, Venice boasts 455 bridges, hundreds of canals where romantic

gondolas wind their way through the city, and is home to the famed Carnival of Venice, Venice Biennale

and the Venice Film Festival.


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Venice. By MorBCN

KATHMAND U, NEPAL

Kathmandu. Nepal. By dwrawwlinsonBeautiful and spiritual, Nepal's vibrant capital, Kathmandu, is truly a magical place. Surrounded by

mighty mountains, the city is filled with enchanting atmosphere, exotic sounds, smells and fascinating

temples. Although Kathmandu is the largest city in the country, it has preserved its fantasy-like charm

of ancient temples, shrines and traditional architecture. Called "the Land of Gods", Kathmandu seems


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to be a slightly unearthly destination.

Inside Tharlam Monastery of Tibetan Buddhism, Kathamndu. By Wonderlane

BAMB OO FO REST, JAPAN

Kyoto's Bamboo Forest. By Stuck in Customs

Though located in Kyoto, Japan and unrelated with the movies, the landscape of the Bamboo Forest

resembles the scenery of the Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon or House of Flying Daggers. Is only one

example of hundreds of amazing forests covering the region of South-East Asia. Bamboo plays a


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significant role in many Asian cultures- it is a symbol of longevity in China, a symbol of friendship in

India, and in Japan many Shinto shrines are surrounded by a bamboo forest which is considered a

sacred barrier against the evil.

Bamboo Forest. By ebergcanada


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SINTRA, PORTUGA L

Palacio de Sintra. By szeke

No wonder Sintra inspired Lord Byron to write Childe Harold's Pilgrimagethat celebrates the beauty of

the town. Anyone visiting this magical spot, located not far from Lisbon, could feel encouraged to create

a sublime poem in honour of Sintra's graces. Pena Palace, the Castelo dos Mouros, and Palcio Nacional

de Sintra are the town's three amazing palaces, and the Sintra Mountain Range, one of the largest parks

in the Lisbon area, only adds more charm and enigma.


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Castelo dos Mouros (Mourish Castle), Sintra. By WaveCult

And the best thing about those places, notwithstanding their magical qualities, is that they're all as real

as it gets. Accessible, safe and inviting, they're just waiting for you to pack your bags and reach for that

bit of fantasy on Earth. Been there? Seen that?

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