Battlement Collection (page 5)

Bamburgh Castle, Bamburgh, Northumberland, England, United Kingdom
Bamburgh Castle, Bamburgh, Northumberland, England

Bodiam Castle (1385), reflected in moat, East Sussex, England, United Kingdom
Bodiam Castle (1385), reflected in moat, East Sussex, England

Lokrum island in the background, Minceta Tower Dubrovnik, old city. Dalmatian Coast, Croatia, Europe

MACEDONIA, Ohrid. Car Samoils Castle Tower with Macedonian Flag

MACEDONIA, Ohrid. Macedonian Flag atop Car Samoils Castle

A view of the ruined chateau, the Popes summer palace over the vineyards. Chateauneuf-du-Pape Chateauneuf, Vaucluse, Provence, France

Scarborough Castle, Scarborough, North Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom
Scarborough Castle, Scarborough, North Yorkshire, England

The Chateau de Tournon in the town Tournon and in the background a twoer in ruins
The Chateau de Tournon in the town Tournon. Build in the 14th-15th century by the seigneurs de Tournon. Tournon-sur-Rhone, Ardeche, France

The Chateau de Tournon in the town Tournon and in the background a tower in ruins
The Chateau de Tournon. Build in the 14th - 15th century by the seigneurs de Tournon. The river Rhone and the pedestrian bridge M Seguin. Tournon-sur-Rhone, Ardeche, France

MACEDONIA, Skopje. Walls of the City Fort (Trvdina Kale) / Morning
MACEDONIA, Skopje. Walls of the City Fort (Tvrdina Kale) / Morning

MACEDONIA, Skopje. City Fort Tower (Trvdina Kale) / Dawn
MACEDONIA, Skopje. City Fort Tower (Tvrdina Kale) / Dawn

Porta San Frediano, Firenze, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Tuscany, Italy

Le Mura, The City Walls, Lucca, Tuscany, Italy, Europe

Brimstone Hill Fortress, UNESCO World Heritage Site, St. Kitts, St. Kitts and Nevis, Leeward Islands, West Indies, Caribbean, Central America

Glenveagh castle in the Glenveagh National Park, County Donegal, Ulster, Republic of Ireland, Europe

The gate house of 14th century Cooling Castle near Rochester, Kent. It was built in the 1380s by John Cobham. 1938

The 12th century Norman Castle Keep, and the Lantern of the Cathedral Church of St. Nicholas, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, England, United Kingdom, Europe

The Calahorra Tower at night with the Mezquita in the distance, Cordoba, Andalucia, Spain, Europe

Old town Castle, Kos, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Greece, Europe

Torres De Serranos, Valencia, Spain, Europe

Castle, Monte Sant Angelo, Puglia, Italy, Europe

MACEDONIA, Ohrid. Car Samoils Castle and Old Town from Sveti Kliment Church

Caernarfon Castle reflected in River Seiont at dusk, Caernarfon, Wales

The city wall with tower and tower Dubrovnik, old city. Dalmatian Coast, Croatia, Europe

SIGUENZA. Castle built by Arabs in the twelfth century. It is now an inn of tourism. Guadalajara province. Castile-La Mancha. Spain

Loarre. Castle built in the late XI century by King Sancho I Ramirez of Aragon (1043 1094). View of the towers of the Queen and the keep. Huesca province. Aragon. Spain

Italy, Varese Province, Angera. La Rocca fortress and town overview

Chateau Cabrieres and vineyards. Chateauneuf-du-Pape Chateauneuf, Vaucluse, Provence, France, Europe Chateauneuf-du-Pape Chateauneuf, Vaucluse, Provence, France, Europe

Popes summer palace over the vineyards. A sign to Chateau Maucoil, Chateauneuf-du-Pape Chateauneuf, Vaucluse, Provence, France

Village with the ruined chateau on top of the hill, the terracotta roof tops and houses and a sign for Domaine la Boutiniere, Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Chateauneuf, Vaucluse, Provence, France

Villach, Carinthia, Austria - Low angle view of the battlements of an ancient castle

Qatar, Al Zubarah. Al-Zubara Fort (b. 1938) now the Al-Zubara Regional Museum
Qatar, Al Zubarah. Al-Zubara Fort (b.1938) now the Al-Zubara Regional Museum

Oman, Dhofar Region, Mirbat. Mirbat Fort

Oman, Dhofar Region, Taqah. Old Fortress

Oman, Sharqiya Region, Al Minitrib. Al Minitrib Fort

Oman, The Batinah Plain, Rustaq. Rustaq, once Omans Capital in the 17th century, Rustaq Fort / Exterior

Oman, The Batinah Plain, Nakhal. Nakhal Fort, at the foot of the Hajar Mountains, Inside the Forts Walls

Landscape of Florence from Piazzale Michelangelo, Firenze, Florence, UNESCO World heritage site, Tuscany, Italy

The inner gatehouse to the 16th century Tudor Cowdray Castle at Midhurst, West Sussex, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Maschio Angioino Castle (Castel Nuovo), Naples, Campania, Italy, Europe

Porte de la Republique, city walls and ramparts, Avignon, Provence, France, Europe

City Walls and ramparts, Avignon, Provence, France, Europe

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"Battlements: Guardians of History and Heritage" Step into the medieval citadel of Carcassonne, a hilltop town in southern France, and be transported back in time. This UNESCO World Heritage Site boasts towering battlements that have stood strong for centuries, protecting its inhabitants from invaders. Across the Atlantic, Glenveagh Castle on Lake Lough Beagh in Glenveagh National Park, County Donegal offers a glimpse into Ireland's rich history. Its battlement-adorned walls overlook the serene lake, creating a picturesque scene straight out of a fairytale. Traveling further south to Cuba's coastline, one cannot miss the imposing Castillo del Morro fortress at the entrance to the Bay of Santiago. These formidable battlements once guarded against pirates and enemy ships seeking access to this strategic harbor. In Kilkenny Castle, located in County Kilkenny within Leinster region of Ireland (Eire), Europe reveals another magnificent example of architectural grandeur. The castle's sturdy battlements bear witness to countless tales from its storied past. Venturing into Germany's Rhineland-Palatinate region brings us to Cochem and Eltz Castle. Perched high above lush greenery and meandering rivers, these castles showcase intricate battlement designs that evoke awe-inspiring beauty. Even as we delve deeper into history with Cardinal Richelieu at the Siege of La Rochelle during 1628 (early 20th century), we find ourselves captivated by images depicting courageous soldiers defending their fortifications amidst intense battles. Closer to Central America lies Gates Fort Park in Bermuda—a testament to human ingenuity and determination. Its well-preserved fortifications remind us of an era when nations fiercely protected their territories against potential threats. Spain too has left an indelible mark on European history through its numerous fortified structures adorned with majestic battlements.