Crenellation Collection (page 7)

TOWER OF LONDON, 1801. Beauchamp Tower, one of the towers in the wall surrounding the White Tower. Watercolor by C. Tomkins, 1801

BelA m Tower, Lisbon
Belem Tower, in Lisbon.The most representative monument of the Manueline architectural style. It is reflected on the waters of the Tagus River

Don LuAis I bridge and Muralha Fernandina in Porto
Don LuAis I bridge and Muralha Fernandina (Fernandina Wall) in Porto.The Dom LuAis I Bridge is a double-decked metal arch bridge that spans the Douro River between the cities of Porto

Essaouira is a city in the western Moroccan economic region of Marrakech-Tensift-Al Haouz, on the Atlantic coast.The city was known in the time of 11th-century geographer al-Bakri

Sfax, Tunisia - The Rampart walls and Water Tower. Date: circa 1910s

Monastery of St. John the Theologian, Patmos, Greece
The Monastery of St. John the Theologian, which takes the form of a Citadel (Chora) on Patmos Island, Greece Date: circa 1940s

The Rozafa hilltop castle fortress fort between Shkodra and Lezhe. Shkodra. Albania, Balkan, Europe

View of Caernarvon Castle, North Wales
A close-up view of Caernarvon Castle in North Wales, with the sea in the background. Date: 1959

Serbia, Smederevo along Danube river, fortress

The medieval stronghold of Tsarevets, Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria

Norwich Castle

Ravensworth Castle, County Durham
A distant view of Ravensworth Castle, County Durham, the seat of Thomas Henry Liddell, Baron Ravensworth. Date: 1832

KNEBWORTH HOUSE, Hertfordshire
Knebworth House, Hertfordshire, home of the Lytton family of writers and statesmen Date: circa 1830

Holt Castle, Worcestershire
A birds eye view of Holt Castle, Worcestershire Date: 17th century ?

Roehampton Priory, Surrey
Roehampton Priory, then in Surrey, but now a psychiatric hospital in south west London. Date: 1846

Exeter College, Oxford Date: 1821

PORCHESTER CASTLE, Hampshire
Porchester Castle, Hampshire Date: circa 1770

Richmond Castle, Yorkshire
General view of the castle at Richmond, Swaledale, Yorkshire. Date: circa 1750

Mitchelgrove, Sussex
There doesn t seem to be anyone about at Mitchelgrove, near Patching, Sussex Date: 1791

Oxford Castle, Oxfordshire
A medieval birds eye view of the castle at Oxford, approached by a bridge over the surrounding moat. Date: medieval

Mackworth Castle, Derbyshire
A cart rumbles past the main gate of Mackworth Castle, Derbyshire Date: 1793

Maxstoke Castle, Warwickshire Date: circa 1770

Ripon Cathedral, Yorkshire
South east view of Ripon Cathedral, Yorkshire. Date: 1837

Hinchinbrook House, Cambridgeshire
A gentleman invites a visitor to admire the north front of Hinchinbrook House, once a nunnery, formerly in Huntingdonshire but now in Cambridgeshire. Date: 1788

Typical fortifications of a castle

Caernarfon Castle, Gwynedd, North Wales
View of Caernarfon (Caernarvon) Castle in Gwynedd, North Wales. The castle was built by the English King Edward I from around 1283, on the site of a Roman fortress and Norman motte. Date: 1950s

Palais des Papes (Papal Palace), UNESCO World Heritage Site, Avignon, Provence, France, Europe

Monaco, Cote d Azur, Princes Palace

The Popes Palace in Avignon at sunset. Built in the 14th century to house the pope who then resided in Avignon. Avignon, Vaucluse, Provence, Alpes Cote d Azur, France

Castle Square, Haverfordwest, South Wales
View of Castle Square and the hotel, with the castle just visible above, in Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire, Dyfed, South Wales

City Hall, Koper, Slovenia
The City Hall in Tito Square at Koper, on the Adriatic coast of Slovenia. The building dates from the 15th century, a Praetorian Palace in Ventian Gothic style

Medieval gate, Landsberg am Lech, Bavaria, Germany
View of the gothic Bavarian Gate, the Bayertor, built in 1425, at the northern entrance to the town of Landsberg am Lech, Bavaria, Germany

Scotney Castle, Kent
An angler fishes from a boat in the moat of Scotney Castle, Kent

St Germains Priory, Cornwall
View of St Germains (or St German s) Priory, Cornwall

Leeds Castle / 1879
Leeds Castle, Kent Date: 1879

Genoa / Columbus House
Genoa: House of Columbus, Porta Sovrano

Siege in action, with siege weapons
A diagrammatic representation of a siege in action, showing a siege tower and fortifications, including an underground tunnel

Quadrangle, Rugby School
View of the Quadrangle at Rugby School

Headmasters house, Rugby School
Headmasters house at Rugby School

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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.