Yes it can be used in several ways. To get water to the castle, to act as a natural barrier, and to use the water for a moat.
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Castles were usually built on high ground and a river is very seldom on the highest point in an area. The erosion to the castle base would make it a poor spot. A castle needs to be strong at all points.
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Rochester castle is 34.5 meters (113ft) tall
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Rochester Castle stands on the bank of the river Medway in Rochester, Kent, in South East England. The castle was built in the 12th century which would make it over 900 years old.
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A castle would usually be on a hill, wouldn't it?
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1. easy access to water for the residents 2. in medieval times land transport was inefficient - the roads were usually poor, unpaved and carts could carry small quantities of goods. being located next to a river meant supplies could be transported by ships/boats - they carry more cargo more effectively. 3. protection - if one side of the castle was built along the bank of the river, approaching the castle from this direction would be difficult. The enemy must cross the river slowly in boats, while coming under fire from the soldiers in the castle.