Medieval Castles

Castles have dominated the land for centuries. King Alfred built burhs to hold back the Vikings. King William I built stone strongholds to subdue the English. These are ancient structures offering protection, power and dominance for those tucked safely behind their walls.

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Carcassonne the Medieval Walled Citadel

The great medieval walled city of Carcassonne stands high upon a hilltop, on the east side of the Aude river. It dominates the valley, which sits between the Pyrenees and Massive Central mountain ranges, in southern France.

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