"French Hotel Unearths Remarkably Preserved 14th-Century Castle and Moat"
Archaeologists have discovered a remarkably well-preserved 14th century castle, Château de l’Hermine, complete with a moat, under a hotel in Vannes, France. The castle, built by John IV the Conqueror, features a ducal house, a square tower, staircases, and various artifacts related to daily life, including coins, cooking dishes, and jewelry. The site's homogeneity and standardization of construction materials indicate a high level of management and resources used during its construction.