columbary
A columbary is a structure designed to house pigeons or doves, often referred to as a dovecote or pigeon loft. Historically, columbaries served a variety of purposes, including the raising of pigeons for food and the collection of their droppings for fertilizer. These structures vary greatly in size and design, from small, free-standing buildings in gardens to elaborate multi-story structures incorporated into larger estates.
Traditional columbaries were often circular or square in shape, with numerous nesting boxes, or "holes," built
In some ancient Roman villas, columbaries were quite substantial, accommodating thousands of birds. The value of