Terrifying Details of Life in Royal Palaces That Will Stun You

Reigning Cats and Dogs

Cats and dogs really ran the place. Floors were extremely dirty, covered not only in hair from the animals, but a few things that were worse. Considering people didn't clean up after themselves, it's not exactly surprising that no one was responsible for cats and dogs as well. Servants tried to covered the smell with herbs, but it never worked. 

Bathtime

Take your bathtub to go! This portable wooden tub was perfect for the few people who liked to bathe their gross bodies every once in a while. The tub would relocate frequently, traversing from one room to the next for the next person to use. It was unhygienic, but it was as close as anyone got to be clean.

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Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.