The Use of Fortification as a Political Instrument by the Ayyubids and the Mamluks in Bilad al-Sham and in Egypt (Twelfth-Thirteenth Centuries)
Beginning in 1170/1171, Salah al-Din built fortifications as the Fatimid vizier of Egypt. His considerations were primarily defensive in this period, following the Frankish campaign of 1168 that led to the siege of Cairo, and the Frankish-Byzantine naval expedition against Damietta in 1169.
A Flat Vault in the “Crac des Chevaliers” and Some Considerations on the Development of Vault Geometry and Stereotomy in Mediaeval Masonry Structures in Syria
The vault is located in the south-western cylindrical tower at the external defensive wall of the “Crac des Chevaliers” Castle in Syria, and was built in the late 13th Century. In this paper the geometry of the vault is analysed and a hypothesis developed on the design process; the technology of the vault will also be considered together with a discussion on the differences with European examples.
Battle Castle – Interview with Nicole Tomlinson
I was so fascinated by the stories of the lives of the people and artifacts associated with these strongholds that I didn’t realize I actually wasn’t learning much about the castles themselves. The more I delved into researching the series, the more I wanted to see the technologies that built them (and sometimes brought them down) jump out of my imagination and into action.
Battle Castle – Interview with Ian Herring
In 21 years of filmmaking, I have never worked on a project where professional and personal interests have come together such an authentic way.
Swansea Castle to be opened to visitors this weekend
Swansea Castle in Wales will be opened up for public tours this weekend, allowing people to explore the medieval Welsh ruin. It’s only the third time in decades that people will have the chance to explore the historic attraction.
See Castles in 3D!
Medieval history fans get an online treat from the makers of Battle Castle – dozens of photos and videos of castles in 3D!
Mali Grad: High Medieval Castle in Kamnik
The town of Kamnik is very old. In page times the area was inhabited by three castles, yet it lacked a town; the area upon which the town stands today was covered by a large lake that stretched from Kamnik all the way to the surrounding hills.
Cultural realities and reappraisals in English castle-study
Castles have a colourful, violent and romantic image compounded of atavistic brutalism, militarism and Disney. They are the favourite of the self-taught discoverer and compiler, of the instinctual war-gamer and of the soldierly antiquarian.
Belgrade fortress under attack – from flowers
Serbian and French researchers have reported that the Belgrade Fortress, which was first built in the early Middle Ages is under threat – not only by the effects of coal burning, as was assumed until now, but also by flower beds!
Who made Carlisle Castle’s carvings?
The mysterious wall carvings of Carlisle Castle’s Keep have always been thought to be the work of prisoners that were held captive there during its turbulent past. Some recent research by English Heritage, however, suggests some very surprising results.
Stronghold 3 adds Castle Builder extension
The makers of Stronghold 3, which was launched this fall, have added a medieval castle builder extension to enhance their video game.
13th-century Italian Castle for Sale
The Suevian castle in Oria is a splendid building constructed between 1225 and 1233 by Frederick II one of the most powerful Holy Roman Emperors of the Middle Ages, grandson of Frederick Barbarossa.
Battle Castle set to invade TV screens in 2012
Battle Castle, a new Canadian television series airing in 2012, promises to reveal the military engineering behind six medieval castles – detail the…
Dolwyddelan Castle
Dolwyddelan Castle By Samuel Cooke The Student Researcher, Journal of undergraduate research, Vol.1:1 (2011) Introduction: The Welsh Princes of Gwynedd, later to become…
Tullaun Castle in Ireland
In 2007 Sonja and Kevin Bergin purchased Tullaun Castle in North Tipperary, Ireland. Tullaun Castle is a Gaelic four-storey tower house that is…
French Castle for Sale in the Loire Valley
Chateau de Chanzé 11th century medieval castle Near Angers, France Price: 2 370 000 Euros (negotiable) This French castle, which dates back to…
The later pre-Conquest boroughs and their defences
The later pre-Conquest boroughs and their defences Radford, C.A. Ralegh Medieval Archaeology, Vol.14 (1970) Abstract For nearly two centuries before the Norman Conquest…
The early Norman castle at Lincoln and a re-evaluation of the original West Tower of Lincoln Cathedral
The early Norman castle at Lincoln and a re-evaluation of the original West Tower of Lincoln Cathedral Vince, Alan and Stocker, David Medieval Archaeology,…
Beyond the Castle Gate: The Role of Royal Landscapes in Constructions of English Medieval Kingship and Queenship
Beyond the Castle Gate: The Role of Royal Landscapes in Constructions of English Medieval Kingship and Queenship By Amanda Richardson Concilium medii aevi,…
Castle for Sale in Poitou
13th century Castle for Sale in France Asking Price: 985 000 € Located in the northern part of the Poitou region, in a…
Motte and Bailey Castle in England to go on sale at auction
The remains of a Norman motte and bailey castle will be sold at auction next month, and is expected to fetch between £25,000…
A Present Day Trip Back in Time: A Travel Guide of Medieval Castles, Churches, and Roads in Between
Our destinations will include the castles, cathedrals, fortified towns, and commercial centers that were prominent during the Middle Ages and exist in varying degrees of preservation today.
Castle for Sale: Castle Rogues Manor
Castle Rogues Manor Eureka Springs, Arkansas, United States Asking Price: $1,800,000 (US) The Castle Rogue’s Manor is situated above the White River near…
Tower Houses in the Carra Barony of County Mayo: A Condition Review
Tower Houses in the Carra Barony of County Mayo: A Condition Review Lyons, Muirne B.A. Dissertation, Heritage Studies at GMIT Castlebar (2009) Abstract With…
Castle for Sale in Croatia
Castle Vojkovic-Vojkffy Oroslavje, Croatia Asking Price: 2.500.000 € The castle was built in the late 18th century between the 1770 and 1790 years.…