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10 fascinating facts about castles
Provides facts about European castles, describes the structures that compose them, and includes an activity.
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Saint-Marcet – a forgotten castle
The castle of St Marcet was in the 13th and 14th centuries the largest stronghold in the county of Comminges, from Spain to Muret. Its powerful neighbours, Toulouse, English Bigorre, Armagnac and Astarac, Foix and Aragon, aimed to claim this land for themselves. A delicate partition of the castle between the counts and the bishops of Comminges weakened the building. This succinct evocation makes one aware of the complexity of the historical context and the disorder that results from it: the diversity, the opportunity of matrimonial and political alliances, the wars between neighbours. The richness of its history, illustrated by the 20 years of captivity of the famous and powerful Countess Marguerite de Comminges, gave this place all its interest and even saved it. The owner, Jean-Marc Fontan, has been working for nearly 20 years to rehabilitate this vast estate on a site that is difficult to access and complicated.
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Architecture and elite culture in the United Provinces, England and Ireland, 1500-1700
This study aims to elucidate concepts of castle in the Netherlands, England and Ireland in both past en present times. The first part of the book examines current, respectively, academic, national and personal appropriations of 'castle'; the second part moves into the past, juxtaposing elite culture and the spatial organisation of 16th and 17th century domestic architecture.
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The castle : a history
A vibrant history of the castle in Britain, from the early Middle Ages to the present day The castle has long had a pivotal place in British life, associated with lordship, landholding, and military might, and today it remains a powerful symbol of history. But castles have never been merely impressive fortresses-they were hubs of life, activity, and imagination. John Goodall weaves together the history of the British castle across the span of a millennium, from the eleventh to the twenty-first century, through the voices of those who witnessed it. Drawing on chronicles, poems, letters, and novels, including the work of figures like Gawain Poet, Walter Scott, Evelyn Waugh, and P. G. Wodehouse, Goodall explores the importance of the castle in our culture and society. From the medieval period to Civil War engagements, right up to modern manifestations in Harry Potter, Goodall reveals that the castle has always been put to different uses, and to this day continues to serve as a source of inspiration.
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The deadly dungeon
While visiting Wallis's castle, Dink and his friends investigate strange noises that lead them to a dangerous secret.
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The architectural characteristics of the traditional castles in Al-Hejaz, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA), Shanqal Castle as a case study
This study aims to analyze the architectural characteristics of traditional castles in Al-Hejaz, KSA, with the goal of elucidating their historical significance, cultural value, and architectural importance. The research focuses on identifying the distinctive elements of these castles and their role in enhancing the understanding and appreciation of cultural heritage in Saudi Arabia, particularly by examining Shanqal Castle as a significant yet previously understudied example. The study seeks to comprehend both the architectural and historical features of traditional castles in the region. Moreover, it investigates the influence of social, economic, and environmental factors on these structures, providing a detailed examination of Shanqal Castle as a prominent representative of this architectural typology. The research methodology includes field studies and archaeological surveys of Shanqal Castle, utilizing technological tools such as 3D modeling and photogrammetry. Additionally, it employs an analytical-inductive approach to examining relevant sources and references, alongside descriptive methods to interpret the remaining ruins of the castle.
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MODERN USE OF HISTORICAL CASTLES WITH UNDERGROUND PREMISES (ON EXAMPLES OF CASTLES IN OŚWIĘCIM AND ŠPILBERK IN BRNO)
The article is devoted to the history of two castles in Oświęcim and Špilberk in Brno and their modern adaptation to museum functions. The stages of the formation of fortifications, the specifics of the architectural and compositional solution and planning are studied. Today, the castles in Oświęcim and Špilberk in Brno operate as museums representing the history of the cities and the castle itself. A special feature is the presence of underground premises that date back to the times of Austrian rule. The mission of the museums is to popularize the history of Oświęcim and Brno, the heritage, traditions and culture of the cities. For this purpose, the protection of cultural values, the documentation of historical facts and the collection of archaeological, historical and ethnographic exhibits related to Oświęcim, the Oświęcim region and Brno are ensured. Each of the museums conducts extensive exhibition and publishing activities. The idea of creating museum exhibits is to show the complex and centuries-old history of the cities of Oświęcim and Brno. Both castle museums cooperate with numerous museums, educational and cultural institutions in popularizing history.
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