Fortified Wall Collection (#6)

Sighisoara citadel, Transylvania, Romania

Sighisoara townscape, Transylvania, Romania

Entrance into Sighisoara citadel, Romania

Carcassonne
circa 1960: The medieval walled city of Carcassonne in the Armagnac region. Built at the top of a hill, the city can only be entered by two fortified gates. (Photo by Three Lions/Getty Images)

Istanbul
circa 1960: Capital of Turkey, the old walled town of Istanbul on the Bosphorus River, looking towards the Golden Horn. It is the only city in the world to be built on two continents; Europe

The city portal with a ancient wall and bridge of the town Zierikzee
HDR image from the city portal with a ancient wall and bridge of the town Zierikzee in the Netherlands

Historic Walled Town of Cuenca, Spain
UNESCO World Heritage Site, Historic Walled Town of Cuenca, Cuenca, Spain

Avila, Walled Old Town
View of the walled old town, Avila (UNESCO World Heritage City), Autonomous Community of Castile-Leon, Spain, April 2008. (Photo by: JMN/Getty Images)

The Walls Of Avila
The medieval walls of Avila (UNESCO World Heritage City), Autonomous Community of Castile-Leon, Spain, April 2008. (Photo by: JMN/Getty Images)

Outer wall, Dubrovnik, Croatia
View of the exterior wall and Stari Grad (Old Town) Dubrovnik from Gradske Zidine (City Walls). The full circuit of the walls is around 2km. Croatia. A UNESCO World Heritage Site

Citadel of Erbil by night
Entrance of Erbil citadel (Front view) by night. Erbil, Kurdistan Region, Iraq

Dubrovnik seaside
Capture of Dubrovnik Old City with harbor from the seaside with emerald sea and blue sky with white clouds

Dubrovnik Old City
Old City of Dubrovnik (UNESCO world heritage site) located on rocks, with high medieval defence walls and group of kayaks

The city gates and walls of Khiva, Uzbekistan
Khiva is the former capital of Khwarezmia and the Khanate of Khiva. Itchan Kala in Khiva was the first site in Uzbekistan to be inscribed in the World Heritage List (1991)

Evening in Khiva, Uzbekistan
Khiva (Uzbek: Xiva, alternative or historical names include Khorasam, Khoresm, Khwarezm, Khwarizm, Khwarazm, Chorezm) is a city of approximately 50, 000 people located in Xorazm Province, Uzbekistan

The Walls of Jerusalem
The current walls were rebuilt 1535-1538 by Suleiman the Magnificent, Sultan of the Ottoman empire, partially on the remains of the ancient walls.Scarcity of the openings

At the foot of the Walls of Jerusalem
The current walls were rebuilt 1535-1538 by Suleiman the Magnificent, Sultan of the Ottoman empire, partially on the remains of the ancient walls.Scarcity of the openings

St Blaises Church
Low angle perspective shot of St. Blaises Church, night shot, grey stone building lit by moonlight, odd composition, dark night sky left corner

Winding wall of the Great Wall of China
An area of the wall of The Great Wall of China that is very curvy and winding

Trees and mountains at the Great Wall of China
A clear view over The Great Wall of China on a beautiful spring day

A window cut out over the Great Wall of China
A lookout area over The Great Wall of China seeing all of the toursits

Hundreds of people walking on the Great Wall of China
So many people walking over The Great Wall of China

Tourists on the Great Wall of China
The mountains and people at The Great Wall of China

The flag of China over the Great Wall of China
A huge flag of China blowing in the wind at The Great Wall of China

Part of Hadrians wall in England, near Black carts turret
Hadrians Wall (Latin: Vallum Aelium), also called the Roman Wall, Picts Wall, or Vallum Hadriani in Latin, was a defensive fortification in the Roman province of Britannia

The remains of Milecastle 39, near Steel Rigg, Hadrians wall, England
Hadrians Wall (Latin: Vallum Aelium), also called the Roman Wall, Picts Wall, or Vallum Hadriani in Latin, was a defensive fortification in the Roman province of Britannia

Panoramic view of Segovia illuminated by the setting sun, Spain
Cathedral of Segovia. and fortified wall. In 1985 the old city of Segovia and its Aqueduct were declared World Heritage Sites by UNESCO

An Arch of Aqueduct of Segovia against blue sky
The Aqueduct of Segovia (or more precisely, the aqueduct bridge) is a Roman aqueduct and one of the most significant and best-preserved ancient monuments left on the Iberian Peninsula

Sycamore gap, iconic place along Hadrians wall, England
Hadrians Wall or Vallum Hadriani in Latin, was a defense wall in the Roman province of Britannia. The construction began in 122 AD under the reign of the emperor Hadrian

Essaouira city, Morocco
Essaouira is a city in the western Moroccan economic region of Marrakech-Tensift-Al Haouz, on the Atlantic coast. The Medina of Essaouira (formerly Mogador ) is a UNESCO World Heritage listed city

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"Journey through Time: Exploring the Magnificent Fortified Walls of Europe" A glimpse into history awaits in the Old Town City of Dubrovnik, Croatia, as its fortified walls stand tall against the backdrop of the sparkling ocean. Castell Coch in Cardiff, Wales showcases a fairytale-like fortress with its impressive fortified walls that transport you to another era. Duart Castle on Mull Island, Scotland boasts majestic fortified walls that have witnessed centuries of battles and legends amidst the stunning landscapes of Inner Hebrides. Prague Castle dominates the skyline with its grandeur while the iconic Charles Bridge spans over River Vltava, offering a breathtaking view from within its formidable fortified walls. Carcassonne in France enchants visitors with its UNESCO World Heritage site status and mesmerizing view of well-preserved medieval fortifications overlooking this charming walled town. Augsburg in Germany unveils an architectural marvel - a 17th-century city plan featuring intricate details and sturdy fortified walls that once protected this historic gem. As evening falls upon Amboise in France's Centre region, witness how the illuminated Chateau reflects upon River Loire, creating a magical ambiance around this picturesque walled town. The medieval cityscape comes alive under enchanting evening light at La Cite in Carcassonne, Languedoc-Roussillon region; explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site surrounded by magnificent fortified walls. Step into Chipping Campden's Cotswolds charm where even The Wool Church stands proudly beside quaint streets lined with beautifully preserved buildings and ancient fortified walls. Ogmore Castle near Bridgend, Wales offers a glimpse into Welsh history as it stands gracefully along River Ogmore; discover tales etched within these timeless fortified walls.