Locations in Narnia

Introduction to Narnia’s Geography

The world of The Chronicles of Narnia is vast and filled with a rich variety of landscapes, magical places, and kingdoms. From the golden halls of Cair Paravel to the dark depths of Underland, every location in Narnia has a story to tell. Some places are realms of great power and history, while others are mystical gateways between worlds. This guide explores all the key locations found in The Chronicles of Narnia, including lands beyond Narnia itself.

Major Kingdoms & Nations

Narnia

The heart of the stories, Narnia is a land of talking beasts, mythical creatures, and deep magic. It is ruled by kings and queens chosen by Aslan, including the Pevensies, Prince Caspian, and King Rilian.

• Cair Paravel – The royal castle and seat of Narnia’s rulers.
• The Stone Table – A sacred place where Aslan sacrificed himself in The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe.
• The Great Eastern Ocean – The vast sea east of Narnia, dotted with islands.
• Lantern Waste – The western woods where Lucy first met Mr. Tumnus.
• Beaver’s Dam – The home of Mr. and Mrs. Beaver.
• Dancing Lawn – A gathering place of fauns and other creatures.
• The River Rush – A major river flowing through Narnia.
• The Shuddering Woods – A mysterious and eerie forest.
• Aslan’s How – The underground fortress that held the Stone Table ruins in Prince Caspian.

Archenland

A small but noble kingdom located south of Narnia, Archenland is ruled by King Lune and later by his son, Prince Cor (Shasta).

• Anvard – The main castle of Archenland.
• Mountains of Archenland – The natural border between Narnia and Archenland.

Calormen

A great empire to the south, Calormen is a land of deserts, grand cities, and a rigid social hierarchy. It is ruled by the Tisroc.

• Tashbaan – The opulent capital city of Calormen.
• The Great Desert – A vast and deadly expanse of sand separating Archenland from Calormen.
• The Tombs of the Ancient Kings – A haunting location near the desert, visited by Shasta.
• The Western Waste – A remote, rugged land bordering Calormen.

The Lone Islands

A Narnian territory in the Eastern Ocean, consisting of several islands.

• Dawn Treader’s Journey – The ship Dawn Treader visited the Lone Islands while sailing eastward.
• Felimath, Doorn, Avra – The three main islands of the Lone Islands.
• Narrowhaven – The main settlement on the islands.

The Seven Isles

Another eastern island chain, separate from the Lone Islands.

The Wild Lands of the North

A mysterious and untamed land, home to giants and strange creatures.

• Ettinsmoor – A rocky, barren land filled with giants.
• Harfang – The castle of the man-eating giants in The Silver Chair.

The Western Wild

A rugged land west of Narnia, featuring towering mountains and unknown territories.

• The Ruined City of Giants – A mysterious place mentioned in The Silver Chair.

Magical & Otherworldly Locations

Aslan’s Country

A heavenly realm beyond Narnia, where Aslan resides. It is brighter, richer, and more real than any other world.

The Wood Between the Worlds

A tranquil, forest-like dimension containing countless pools, each leading to a different world.

The Shadowlands (Earth)

The world of humans, including England, where the Pevensies, Digory, and Polly originate from.

• Professor Kirke’s House – The old country home where the Pevensies first discover the wardrobe.
• Experiment House – The boarding school where Jill Pole and Eustace Scrubb attend.

The Underland

A dark and subterranean realm beneath Narnia, ruled by The Lady of the Green Kirtle in The Silver Chair.

• The Dark Realm – The shadowy kingdom where Prince Rilian was imprisoned.
• The Sunless Sea – A vast underground ocean.

The Great Eastern Ocean & Beyond

A vast and mystical sea, stretching toward Aslan’s Country. The voyage of the Dawn Treader explores its wonders.

• Galma, Terebinthia, and the Seven Isles – Islands visited in The Voyage of the Dawn Treader.
• Ramandu’s Island – Home to the retired star Ramandu and his daughter.
• The Last Sea – The end of the known world, where the sky grows so thin it meets the water.

Battlefields & Historic Sites

Beruna

• The Fords of Beruna – The site of two major battles in Narnian history.

The Battle of Anvard

• The location where King Lune, Cor, and the Narnians defeated Prince Rabadash.

Conclusion

The world of Narnia is more than just a kingdom—it is a vast, interconnected land filled with history, magic, and adventure. From royal castles and enchanted forests to forgotten ruins and mystical seas, every place tells a story.

This section of Narnia Fans is dedicated to exploring the geography, lore, and significance of every location in Narnia and beyond. Click on any of the names to dive deeper into the lands of Narnia and discover their role in the epic tale!