Palaces and great houses
Kings and Queens didn't always live in castles.
They built beautiful palaces where they could show off and have fun.
What is a palace?
- A palace is a large building where kings, queens and noble people live.
- Castles are fortified which means they were built to keep the people inside safe.
- Palaces are all about looking good and being comfortable. They were built to have fun in and show off how rich and stylish the owners were.
Scottish palaces
The Palace of Holyroodhouse
Look at this photo of Holyroodhouse Palace in Edinburgh. Can you spot which parts of the palace make it different from a castle?
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