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The reason is fairly simple. Castles were a strong point and a defensible position when under attack, sometimes for weeks. With the coming of gunpowder and cannons, they were no longer able to defend them for a long period and for that reason became obsolete. The nobility then spent their money on creating an elaborate dwelling instead of a castle.
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What are the difference between castles and modren houses?
castles are bigger and modern houses look older
What types of castles are best?
the best are stone enclosure castles,concentric castles,tower houses, motte and bailey castles, stone castles,fortified manors
What did squires live?
in knights castles or wealthy houses
Did samurai's live in houses?
no they lived in castle but Japanese castles
Do castles differ from country to country?
Sure they do, just like houses do.
What are castles made of and why?
because peasants tried to burn the wooden houses
Where did lords live in the medeival times?
Usually, lords lived in manor houses, which were mansions on the manorial estates. In times of upheaval, they lived in castles, if they had them. There were some lords who lived in towns or cities, where they would have occupied some of the better homes.
Why did castles become palatial?
There are different reasons as to why castles became palatial. One main reason is because castles were no longer needed for defense, therefore were turned into palatial castles where people were free to visit and stay in.
What has the author Erik Liljeroth written?
Erik Liljeroth has written: 'Manor houses and Royal castles in Sweden =' -- subject(s): Castles, Manors
What type of structure did lords live in?
Most lords lived in manor houses. Some lived in castles. There is a link below to a related question that describes the houses of wealthy people and has source links.
What was a fortified dwelling of the middle ages called?
Fortified dwellings of the Middle Ages were castles and fortified manor houses. Not all dwellings were castles, however.
What has the author Frances Stackhouse Acton written?
Frances Stackhouse Acton has written: 'The castles & old mansions of Shropshire' -- subject(s): Castles, Historic houses
