A stilt house is a type of house that is built on pilings or stilts above the ground or water, usually to protect against flooding or to take advantage of a view. They are typically found in areas prone to flooding or along coastlines where land is scarce, such as in tropical or subtropical regions. Stilt houses are also common in areas where the ground is unstable or unsuitable for building, such as swampy or sandy areas. They can be found all over the world, from Southeast Asia to the Florida Keys.
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