Stilts

Key Notes :

What is a Stilts House?

• A house built on long poles or “stilts” to keep it above the ground.

Why are Stilts Houses Built?

• To protect the house from water, floods, or wild animals.
• Common in places with heavy rainfall or near rivers, lakes, or seas.

Where Can We Find Stilts Houses?

• Found in countries like Thailand, Indonesia, the Philippines, and in parts of India (e.g., Assam).

Materials Used:

• Made from strong materials like bamboo, wood, or metal to keep the house steady.

Features of Stilts Houses:

• Tall wooden poles lift the house above the ground.
• Ladders are used to go inside the house.
• Sometimes, the space under the house is used for storage or keeping animals.

How Stilts Help in Rainy Areas:

• Keeps the house dry even if the area gets flooded.

Fun Fact:

• Stilts houses are sometimes called “floating houses” because they seem to “float” above water during floods.

Why Are They Special?

• They show how people adapt to nature and use smart designs to live safely.

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