Medieval Monks' Winter Warmth Strategies
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Medieval monks managed cold climates by utilizing specific architectural features like warming rooms (calefactory) and wearing minimal winter clothing, with some monasteries having dedicated heated spaces to provide warmth during harsh winters, reflecting the importance placed on warmth for monastic life.
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