During the Middle Ages, prisoners suffered unspeakable horrors ... Oubliettes were deep, narrow pits found in castles across ...
The trebuchet was one of the most devastating weapons of the Middle Ages. During medieval sieges, this destruction machine crushed castle walls. Using trial and error, medieval engineers adjusted ...
NOVA: Speaking of washing, what was the level of cleanliness in a typical castle? Holmes: Well, by our standards, cleanliness in the Middle Ages was pretty poor. Clearly, a castle was slightly ...
A medieval castle in France appeared to float on clouds. Check out the incredible footage, and learn what was really ...
Slovenia is dotted with castles or fortresses, some of them well-preserved, others neglected or in ruins. Among the most ...
However, the castle will remain a draw for visitors for part of the winter break, as it will host a Middle Ages Christmas market during the first three weekends of December.
From the beginning of the Middle Ages, castles have imposed themselves as symbols of power. Over time, France will cover itself with fortresses built according to almost identical plans.