Terrifying Details of Life in Royal Palaces That Will Stun You

Fancy Parties

Living in a castle meant living for feasts and parties year-round. These were always a huge deal and the work that went into preparing for the day was astronmical. Sadly, only the upper class got to partake in them. Servants weren't even allowed to taste the fine foods they made.

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