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Secrets of Medieval Castle Architecture
Explore hidden and intriguing architectural features found in historical castles through this engaging crossword puzzle.
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Across
  • 1. Overhanging parapet with openings for dropping objects
  • 2. Secret entrance used for quick troop escapes
  • 3. Underground chamber for prisoners
  • 4. Opening in ceilings to attack invaders below
  • 5. Decorative small turret resembling a bird of prey
  • 7. Narrow vertical slit to shoot arrows through
  • 8. Fortified structure protecting the main entrance
  • 11. Grotesque carved stone beast for decoration and symbolism
  • 15. Small wing-like projection used for observation
  • 17. Small overhanging turret at the corner of a wall
  • 19. Fortified outpost guarding a castle gate
Down
  • 6. Secret room used for prisoner interrogation
  • 9. Hidden underground water storage tank
  • 10. Ancient hidden dwelling often built on a lake
  • 12. Hidden trapdoor used for defense or execution purposes
  • 13. Defensive narrow slit providing limited view and protection
  • 14. Support built against walls for reinforcement
  • 16. Projection in a fortress allowing defensive fire
  • 18. Splayed opening for firing weapons
  • 20. Secondary hidden door or gate in a castle

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