Castle building gets medieval

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Medieval enthusiasts in the Burgundy region in France are turning back the clock to the 13th century. They are building a castle, from scratch, using only tools and techniques from the Middle Ages. The World’s Gerry Hadden takes you behind the scenes of this unique project. >>>Click here to see more photos from the Guedelon Chateau.

French castle gets old-style facelift

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The World’s Gerry Hadden reports on a project in Burgundy, France in which workers are building a castle using only medieval tools and techniques.

Click here to see more photos from the Guedelon Chateau