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Medieval Castle Articles

Articles about Specific Medieval Castles

The Siege of Stirling Castle - This was called "The Great Siege" for good reason. It lasted four months and the attacking force used quite a few siege engines
The Ghosts of Chillingham Castle - There are some very creepy stories about this castle
Tintagel Castle - This is the Castle where it is rumored that King Arthur was born - if he existed!
Lucknow Castle - Well, its very small as far as castles go and it is only a hundred years old. This castle is nestled in the mountains of New Hampshire and is interesting nonetheless
The Citadel - An ancient (and magnificent) medieval fortress in Cairo Egypt
Kimball Castle - Photos of this old and abandoned castle in New Hampshire. I have photos of the inside and outside.
Hammond Castle - A medieval castle in New England
Harlech Castle - A prime example of the pinnacle of Castle Building. It was sieged many times. I have pictures, information and a floor plan.
Chepstow Castle - An interesting Castle built in a narrow shape. I have a floorplan for this.
Trim Castle: The Finest Example of an Anglo Norman Castle in Ireland By Colm B Brady
Edinburgh and it's Magnificent Medieval Castle by James Maxwell
Himeji Castle in Japan
Shuri Castle on Okinawa in Japan

Articles about Medieval Castles in General

Haunted Castles - A look at some of the most haunted castles in the world
New England Castles - I take a look at the castles of the six new england states. I have visited four of them so far and have pictures.
Castle Sieges- An overview of some of the ways that castles were sieged and a timeline of some of the more famous sieges over the centuries
Castle Timeline - I give you both a timeline of famous castle events and a timeline of how castles evolved over the centuries
How to build a medieval castle project for school - I give you the paper project for making the castle and I give you the important information you need to understand and explain the parts of a castle.
Castles are not always taken by force! Here are two true stories of medieval castles that were taken by other means than force.
What is a Machicolation? It is not well known but it is a very important architectural aspect of the building of medieval castles.
Types of Castles- Castles developed slowly over the course of several centuries. I show you the major types of castles.
Article about Castle Walls - how they are designed and constructed
Medieval Castles, Mazes and Labyrinths
Ghosts and hauntings in Americas Medieval Castles - yup we have our own hauntings and urban legends right here in North America. Transylvania isn't the only place with em.
Medieval Castles in America - Yes, there are medieval castles in the good ol United States; Here is a quick look at some of them
Real Medieval Castles in Movies - Castles from around the world have been the setting for movies. Read about the castles and the movies.
4 European Castles that offer Bed and Breakfast accommodations - If you are going to dream then dream big! Stay in a real castle
Interesting facts about a castle floor plan We use a color coded drawing of Chepstow castle to show some facts about castles
The fascinating 500 year evolution of the Medieval Castle There are lots of secret little things when it comes to the building of castles.
How a Boy Became a Knight In Medieval Times There were a variety of ways a boy could become a knight but here is the generally accepted path to knighthood
Medieval Castles - An Essay by Michael Cooper
Design Secrets of Medieval Castles
Medieval Theme Weddings
How to siege a Medieval Castle without the help of a siege engine
The Martello Tower or "Hey What happened to the rest of the castle?" The martello tower is a very interesting stone construction that is pretty much a miniature single tower castle.
Castle Words, Terms, and Definitions - Lot of different castle explanations including parts of a castle and types of castles

The History of Castles: Fortifications Around the World

The perfect tour guide to the world's most fascinating castles and strongholds.

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