Sleeping Beauty's Castle Exterior / Interior [DLRP]

This is the archetypal interpretation of a castle - one we instantly recognise from the pages of any storybook, or from early Disney movies, such as the animated classic Sleeping Beauty. The design is based on the illustrations from the 17th century edition of 'Les Tres Riches Heures du Duc de Berry', and the building rises 149ft (45.5m) above the moat. A technique known as 'forced perspective' has been employed, to give an illusion of even greater height. The pink walls are topped by 16 whimsical ornamental turrets of subtle, sea-blue tiles. Pennants, weather vanes and golden finials adorn the roofline; creepers hang from the walls; and enticing stairways lead to the central tower. Visitors can enter the castle by the drawbridge, or from the side by the wishing well (Le Puits Magique); don't forget to wish.

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