Crenellation Collection (page 5)

The watchtower of the old fort in the village of Afi Sefalah

The interior courtyard and a watchtower within Al Hazm Castle. The magnificent 18th century military stronghold makes full use of traditonal Omani defensive features boasting a massive wooden entry

The first Rustaq Fort was built by the Persians in the pre-Islamic period. It became the capital of the Ya ruba dynasty and was subsequently re-built in the 17th Century

A four-poster bed in a girls bedroom in Nakhl Fort which stands in the foothills of the Western Hajar Mountains. The early foundations are thought to pre-date Islam

Nakhl Fort stands in the foothills of the Western Hajar Mountains. The early foundations are thought to pre-date Islam. The mainly 17th century fortress visible today stands over 30 metres high

Andrew Besley, photographer, at Lanhydrock House, Cornwall
Andrew Besley (right), photographer, at Lanhydrock House, a Grade I listed building near Bodmin, Cornwall. With him is Giles Clotworthy of the National Trust

View of Abbots Kitchen, Glastonbury, Somerset
View of the Abbots Kitchen, Glastonbury Abbey, Glastonbury, Somerset. Date: circa 1900s

High Street and Town Hall, Marlborough, Wiltshire. Date: circa 1900s

Holy Trinity Church, Karachi, British India
Holy Trinity Church, Karachi, Sindh Province, British India (now in Pakistan). Date: circa 1900

Police Station, St Thomas, Virgin Islands, West Indies
Old Fort Christian Police Station, St Thomas, Virgin Islands, West Indies (USA). Date: circa 1920

Armory and Theatre in 14th Street, New York City, USA
Ninth Regiment Armory (left) and 14th Street Theatre (centre) in 14th Street, New York City, USA. Date: circa 1898

Colpetty Road, near Galle Face, Colombo, Ceylon (Sri Lanka)
Colpetty (Kollupitiya) Road, near Galle Face, Colombo, Ceylon (Sri Lanka). Date: circa 1908

St. Jamess Palace, London. 1893

Unidentified gothic building, possibly in Oxford or Cambridge. 19th century

Drill Hall, Durban, Natal Province, South Africa
Durban Light Infantry Drill Hall, Durban, Natal Province, South Africa. Date: circa 1908

Abbey Mont-St-Michel, France - Chatelet tower and crucifix
The Chatelet tower of the Abbey Mont Saint-Michel, in Mont Saint Michel Bay in Normandy, France, with a large crucifix in the foreground. Date: circa 1910s

Avignon, France - Ramparts on the Boulevard St Michel
Avignon, France - the Remparts d Avigon line Boulevard Saint-Michel, surrounding the old town of Avignon. The ramparts measure 4.3 kilometres and were built between 1355 and 1370. circa 1910s

Bodiam Castle, East Sussex, a moated castle dating from the 14th century. Date: circa 1960s

Hotel del Lago, San Bernardino, Paraguay, South America
Hotel del Lago (here referred to as Hotel Weiler), San Bernardino, Paraguay, South America. The lake referred to in the hotels name is the nearby Lake Ypacarai, a popular tourist attraction

Woman police officer with couple, London
Woman police officer (Diana Hill or Adam) giving directions to a couple, London. Date: 1961

Ancient siege weapons in action -- the Corvus or Crow (top) and the battering ram (below). Date: circa 1800

Large American house, Dulce Domum, USA
Large American house with crenellated turret, described as Dulce Domum in a message on the back. Date: circa 1907

North American school or college building, USA
North American school or college building in collegiate gothic style, USA, with cars parked outside. Date: circa 1918

St Michael and All Angels Church, Withyham, Sussex
St Michael and All Angels Church (left), Withyham, Sussex, with the vicarage on the right. References to the church date back to the late 13th century. Date: 1809

Stoneland, Buckhurst Park, near Withyham, Sussex. the Buckhurst estate dates back to the 11th century; the building known as Stoneland dates back to the early 17th. Date: 1809

Hever Castle, near Edenbridge, Kent, dating back to the 13th century, seat of the Boleyn family. Date: 1809

Buckhurst Park, near Withyham, Sussex, a Grade II listed building. The estate dates back to the 11th century. Date: 1809

Penshurst Place, near Tonbridge, Kent
Detail of a doorway and facade at Penshurst Place, near Tonbridge, Kent, ancestral home of the Sidney family, dating back to the 14th century. Date: 1809

Castle Drogo, near Drewsteignton, Devon. Designed by Edwin Lutyens, it was completed in 1930, and is a Grade I listed building now owned by the National Trust

Cotehele House, Tamar Valley, Cornwall
Cotehele House, a medieval house with Tudor additions in the Tamar Valley, parish of Calstock, Cornwall. circa 1980s

Stoke Poges Church on a circular New Year card
Stoke Poges Church by moonlight on a circular New Year card. Date: circa 1890s

Comic Hamlet scene on a New Year card -- Hamlet thinks he has seen his fathers ghost on the battlements of Elsinore, but it is only the water pump covered with ice. Date: circa 1890s

Lord St Levan, St Michaels Mount, Cornwall
Lord John Francis Arthur St Aubyn, 4th Baron St Levan (1919-2013), with small cannon on the battlements of his home on St Michaels Mount, Cornwall. Date: circa 1980s

Municipal building and fire department, Munhall, PA, USA
Municipal building and fire department, Munhall, Pennsylvania, USA. Date: 1911

Pendennis Castle, Falmouth, Cornwall. circa 1950s

St Mawes Castle, Cornwall, with sailing boats on the sea. Date: circa 1980s

Public Library, Santa Fe, New Mexico, USA
Public Library (Womans Board of Trade), and Armory (left), Washington Avenue, Santa Fe, New Mexico, USA. Date: circa 1908

General Shermans headquarters, Savannah, Georgia, USA
Green-Meldrim House, West Macon Street, General Shermans headquarters in his March to the Sea during the American Civil War, in Savannah, Georgia, USA. Date: circa 1906

New Central Fire Engine House, Canton, Ohio, USA. Date: circa 1910

Old Heidelberg Restaurant, Miami, Florida, USA
Old Heidelberg Restaurant, 151 SE 2nd Street, Miami, Florida, USA, with German style food, drink and atmosphere. Date: 1931

San Juan de Ulua Fort, Veracruz, Mexico. Date: circa 1908

Barracks in Swakopmund, south west Africa
Barracks in Swakopmund, German south west Africa (now Namibia). Date: circa 1912

Fortress in Keetmanshoop, south west Africa
Fortress in Keetmanshoop, then part of German south west Africa (now southern Namibia). Date: circa 1910

Townscape of Ghent, Belgium, viewed from crenellated walls. Date: circa 1930s

Kidron Valley, looking south, near Jerusalem
View of the Kidron Valley, looking south, near Jerusalem. Date: 1920s

Group of Bedouins in camp, Jerusalem
Group of Bedouins in their camp, Jerusalem. Date: 1920s

Jaffa Gate, Jerusalem. Date: 1920s

Pottery dealers at City Wall, Jerusalem
Pottery dealers at the City Wall, Jerusalem. Date: 1920s

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Crenellation, a term often associated with medieval architecture, refers to the distinctive battlements or parapets that adorn castles and fortresses. These structures not only served as defensive features but also added an air of grandeur and elegance to these magnificent buildings. One such example can be found at Picton Castle, near Haverfordwest in South Wales. Its crenellated walls stand tall, showcasing the architectural prowess of its creators. Similarly, Nantwich in Cheshire boasts impressive crenellations on its historic structures, transporting visitors back in time. Lancaster Castle in Lancashire is another remarkable sight adorned with crenellations. This imposing fortress has witnessed centuries of history unfold within its fortified walls. Venturing further north to Helsingborg in Skane, Sweden reveals a medieval fortress complete with crenellations that overlooks the city's picturesque landscape. Even beyond Europe's borders lie this architectural marvel. Lord's Castle in Barbados stands proudly amidst the West Indies' tropical beauty while Quetta's Military Staff College showcases British India's influence through its crenellated design. Doonagore Castle perched on Ireland's Co Clare coastline offers breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean from its 16th-century tower house embellished with intricate crenellation patterns. The Tower of London takes on a magical aura during winter when it graces Christmas cards worldwide. Its iconic silhouette against a snowy backdrop captivates viewers and highlights the enchanting allure of crenellation. Traveling eastward brings us to Jerusalem where the Citadel (Tower of David) stands as a testament to ancient times. Its majestic structure adorned with timeless crenellations tells tales from centuries past. La Zisa castle located in Palermo, Sicily invites visitors into its regal halls boasting stunning ornate crenellation designs that reflect Italy's rich cultural heritage. Finally, St Mary's Church in Hartwell, Buckinghamshire showcases the versatility of crenellation.