Im confused here on the definition of a castle. Most of these look like estates or mansions or like described a cheteau. Ive always though a castle was a military fortification with battlements and walls and heavy gates built to keep people out and hold a position not just provide fancy living. Or perhaps it can be both. Someone who's more learned in medieval history than I am please elaborate.
Maybe. it's my understanding that a castle was built for military fortification and a palace was built for luxury half those "castles" dont look very fortified nice big glass windows. Nice big and easy approach and a small wooden door. Some do look the real deal. Im just saying if im wrong tell me.
The term and method to build castles changed after the dark ages and during the renaissance, since there were more established diplomatic means for both warfare and politics. The threat of raiding armies of kingdoms weren't a concern anymore as the people became more "civilized", so the focus for the wealthy royal families at this time was luxury, grandeur and art as per the time period had decided. One of the reason why the French Revolution worked well... they didn't have to face the fortified rock fortresses of old.
I have always wanted a castle. They are so big, so I would definitely have some family come live with me and share in the beauty (and utility/maintenance costs) together.
Indeed, but you could honestly make most of these comparisons in a lot of countries. You could buy a castle in south-France for as little as half a million euros, but buying an apartment in central paris could cost 3/5 million euros. It all depends on the place, which is often what makes the property valuable.
Or so they tell us... in the end it simply shows we have choices and each has advantages and disadvantages. It comes down to what you are willing to give up.
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