I WONDER - What Special Features Did Castles Have?

The video discusses architectural features of castles, including the use of wooden and stone roofs for fire protection, robust beams for floor support, and systems for rainwater collection. It also covers heating systems like large fireplaces and early central heating methods such as hippocorps.

What materials were commonly used for roofs in castles?

• Wood

• Stone

• Metal

• Thatch

What was the purpose of stone vaulting in castle construction?

• Aesthetic appeal

• Fire protection and strength

• Cost reduction

• Decoration

How were floors in castles supported?

• By air

• By wooden or stone beams

• By magic

• By pillars

What systems were built in some castles for managing rainwater?

• Waterfalls

• Gutter systems and cisterns

• Ponds

• Wells

What heating systems were included in some castles?

• Large fireplaces and hippocorps

• Electric heaters

• Radiators

• Stoves