12 Fascinating Spots In Minnesota That Are Straight Out Of A Fairy Tale
Sometimes the sheer beauty of a place can spark your imagination, and remind you of the stories you heard as a child. Minnesota has so many magical views that it could provide inspiration for dozens of fairytales. We’re incredible lucky to live in a state that is so stunning and inspirational. From the beaches of Duluth to the cottages of Dan Pauly and the Rustic Way, let your imagination run wild next time you visit some of these MN favorites and see what classic tales you’re reminded of.
Jo Magliocco
Enger Tower is definitely fairy tale-worthy, and if you think the tower itself is magnificent, wait until you see the view from the top!
She obviously lives in the most beautiful ice castle around. Our ice castles are made for fairy tales.
And Lutsen, along with the rest of MN, makes a beautiful backdrop for the magnificent winter land in the story.
Obviously, the Minnesota forests are the perfect fairy tale setting - but if it were, her Red would be Plaid because her cape would be flannel, obviously.
The perfect place for an underwater princess.
Minnesota's streams, marshes, and ponds are right out of Thumbelina.
We have an excess of Paul Bunyan wannabes, and the North Woods are truly magical. It looks like fairy tale characters might run through here any second.
The corn fields and rolling prairie of Minnesota offer never-ending beauty and make you dream of large beanstalks - or in MN's case, corn. And let's face it, Ole belongs in this list.
The American Swedish Institute (Turnblad Castle) is a stunning architectural masterpiece and perfect for a story like Beauty and the Beast.
The American Swedish Institute also has this amazing Dan Pauly reclaimed wood cabin which currently is featured as a part of their Nordic Christmas: with Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales.
Another Dan Pauly masterpiece, this Rustic Way home might not quite fit three full bears, but it definitely looks the part.
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