Deep in a forest of France’s Burgundy region, a group of enthusiasts is building a medieval castle the old-fashioned way — that is, with tools and methods from the late 13th century.

  • theodewere@kbin.social
    9·
    1 year ago

    Cylindrical towers of the castle have slits for shooting arrows, known as arrow loops, which are spaced to avoid dead angles. “These arrow loops are a bit like modern security cameras,” says Preston. “They’re a way of seeing out without being seen.”

    i love castles and keeps

    • Salamendacious@lemmy.worldOP
      6·
      1 year ago

      I’ve never visited an authentic castle before but hopefully I will someday. They can be pretty spectacular though.

      • theodewere@kbin.social
        3·
        1 year ago

        definitely go when you get a chance, they really are cool… this one looks like a truly special place to visit though, i really want to see it and the people who have been working there for years…

        • Salamendacious@lemmy.worldOP
          2·
          1 year ago

          Maybe someday I’ll be able to visit Europe. It isn’t in the cards right now but who knows what the future might bring.