There is nothing better to bring you the Christmas mood than a beautiful winter scene. Snowy peaks, whitewashed stone houses and frozen lakes create a magical backdrop to every corner of the world. We present to you beautiful areas around the world, which will tempt you for a winter getaway! Enjoy….
Diana’s Baths, North Conway, New Hampshire, United States
Baths of Diana, consist small waterfalls on the edge of Bartlett, a town in New Hampshire. This historic area is protected by the U.S. Forest Service and is located within the National Forest White Mountain. The nature area is breathtaking, with multilevel natural pools to create an infinite beauty that helps guests to escape away from it all. The Baths of Diana are located on the outskirts of Barlett, 14 miles from the city of Conway in New Hampshire.
Jigokudani Yaen-Koen, Japan
The Jigokudani Yaen-Koen has it all, from hot springs to beautiful snowy landscapes, where the incredible and cute small snow monkeys live. The National Park Joshinetsu-Kogen is buried in the snow for the third year and the clouds of steam come out from the source, combined with steep cliffs have led the locals to name the place Valley of Hell. When the outdoor temperature drops below zero, a thick layer of snow covers the mountains, attracting many monkeys who come here to enjoy the hot springs in this surreal landscape of fog and snow. The park is located in the north section of Nagano, which is 90 minutes by train from Tokyo.
Aiguille du Midi, French Alps, France
The Aiguille du Midi translates as needle of midday. The mountain got its name from its conical shape, but also by the fact that if you look at the town Chamonix, around noon when the sun passes over the peaks. For best view take the cable car, which takes you to the top. This was the highest cable car in the world when built in 1955. You climb 2,800 meters for about 20 minutes and from the top, the view over the Swiss, French and Italian Alps are simply breathtaking. The real beauty lies in the fact that it is one of the few places where non professional climbers can enjoy this enchanting location. For you to get there, take the cable car from the resort of Chamonix, which is located 49 kilometers from the city of Geneva.
Neuschwanstein Castle, Bavaria, Germany
If this gorgeous castle seem familiar, do not be surprised, since the Neuschwanstein inspired the creators of the film “Sleeping Beauty” by Disney. It is perched on a cliff above the Bavarian village of Hohenschwangau and more than 60 million people have visited since it opened to the public in 1886. King Ludwig II used his personal fortune to build this castle, avoiding the use of public resources and for two decades the construction of slavery gave to many residents. Surrounded by the Alps and the magnificent, unspoilt nature of Bavaria, this magical castle takes you into the world of fairy tales. The castle is a short walk from the village center Hohenschwangau, which is 75 km from Munich.
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By Nicole P.
Fairytale destinations photos: Marina Bass, Ellen, Byron Rowe, dhfore.
