Dracula’s Castle

By: Katherine Olivia West

Where and when was the castle built?

Where: Transylvania

When: 13th century

What materials was Dracula’s castle

made of?• The wall was built in stone blocks and bricks and had rectangular fire holes.

• River boulders and bricks were used for raising the stronghold, materials processed according to the technology of the hydraulic concrete.

What does the castle look like?

Dracula’s castle is extremely huge. It has light grey colored stone walls, and the roof is a light red color.

How is the castle kept warm, cool, or

dry?Well, of course the castle has a roof, walls, and windows to stay dry. Since the walls are made of stone it probably stayed cool most of the time.

What material was used for windows

and doors?• The windows were made of glass. The doors were made of wood.

Would this house work in Caldwell

County? Yes, it is nice and sturdy. It has a roof and walls to keep all the weather out. Its probably hard to keep warm, but besides that its okay.

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