Castles are large fortified buildings that were built during the Middle Ages.  they were built to defend against enemy attacks, so they had strong stone walls.  Most castles can still be found in Europe and the Middle East today.  Today, all castles are used for different purposes.  Some are historic sites for tourists and historians to visit, while others are still being lived in.

Today we will focus on Feudalism and be introduced to the top 10 Coolest Castles!

How and why was it built? What role did it play in history? How was, and is, it used?

Each of you will have a castle to study/notes…you will then share your placement with the others in your group!