Guédelon is a “modest castle” in France, which authentic historical craftspeople are building. Stone is rarely used to bear weight in buildings today, but it was the best option in the 13th century.
An unexpected Ohio landmark, this castle captures the spirit of medieval history in a way that feels subtle, grounded, and ...
A vacation in Europe might include visiting a medieval castle. In a forest in Burgundy, France, you can actually step into the past to discover the secrets of building one. In a forest in Burgundy, ...
In a forest clearing in central France, history is being made. Or more precisely, remade. This is the Guédelon medieval construction site, a back-to-the-future project that involves recreating a 13th ...
The construction of Guédelon about 100 miles southeast of Paris has already been underway for 15 years, yet workers are proud about how long it’s taking. That’s because you don’t build a medieval ...
In medieval Europe, castles were the ultimate homes for kings and nobles. The big stone structures weren't just fancy ...
At a train station in England, a parking lot redevelopment project revealed pieces of a medieval castle. Street View Image from July 2023 © 2024 Google In medieval ...
After six years of meticulous restoration and a multi-million-pound investment, one of England’s most iconic Norman structures has re-emerged into public life. The newly reopened Norwich Castle Keep, ...