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Modern Parapet wall vs Ancient Parapet wall

Ancient Parapet Walls: Defenders of the Past Parapet walls were an essential component of ancient temples, palaces, and fortifications. These walls, which were mostly constructed for defense during times of conflict, were frequently constructed of stone or brick and provided defense against enemy attacks. Ancient parapet designs differed according to the civilization’s architectural style and […]

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What is Parapet wall? Is it important for a building?

Parapet Wall In simple terms, a parapet wall is the railing of a terrace. Although the railing of a balcony, stairwell, or boundary of a bridge is also called a parapet wall, most of the time, it refers to the railing wall at the edge of a terrace. In my experience, a parapet wall plays