Enchanted Earth : Real Life Places That Feel Like Fantasy
The perfect gift for romantasy readers and fantasy lovers.
If you’ve ever wished you could step into a fae kingdom, wander a bewitched forest, or lose yourself in a world of magic, this book is for you. Enchanted Earth is a stunning collection of real places that feel like fantasy, captured through extraordinary photography and curated by a real-life team who share your love of escapism, storytelling, and captivating worlds.
You’ll discover:
- A luxurious, large-format coffee table book, with a gold foil cover, gilded edges, ribbon marker, and thick, glossy pages
- Spectacular real-world destinations that look straight out of fantasy, from fairytale castles to glowing caves, celestial skies to volcanic landscapes
- Real-life places compiled by real-life people: DK's editors, picture editors, and designers
- Breathtaking, authentic photography carefully selected and curated by DK’s design experts to transport you into another world
- A visual journey across continents, featuring iconic locations alongside hidden, lesser-known gems
- Six immersive chapters grouped into "realms" that mirror the worlds of fantasy storytelling
The realms:
- Magical Realms – lakeside villages, rolling hills, and palatial buildings
- Celestial Realms – northern lights, starry skies, and luminous waters
- Frozen Realms – snow-covered cabins and glittering ice caves
- Fiery Realms – steaming volcanoes and sun-baked deserts
- Desolate Realms – windswept terrains and abandoned towns
- Shadow Realms – dark forests, shadowy libraries, and hauntingly beautiful castles
Perfect for fans of fairytales, gothic fantasy, and romantasy, Enchanted Earth is made for anyone who wants a little more magic on their coffee table.
With contributions from travel experts Tijana Todorinovic, Zoë Rutland, Lucy Sara-Kelly, Charlie Baker, Keith Drew, Rachel Laidler, Catrina Conway, Laura O'Brien, Katie Cavanagh, Bella Talbot and Simona Velikova.
Author: DK Travel
Animals & nature in art (still life, landscapes & seascapes, etc), Photography & photographs, Architecture, Fantasy, Fiction companions, Museum, historic sites, gallery & art guides
Published on 3 Sep 2026 by Dorling Kindersley Ltd.
Hardback