A bastille is a castle tower or fortified building, or a prison or jail.
CASTELLAN
A gate....lol
A fort is an enclosed place or fortified building for military defense. A stronghold.
is it a morgue
bastion, bulwark, citadel, fortification, fortress, parapet, stronghold
There are many different names for fortified buildings. Some of them include enceinte, bulwark, citadel, fortress, stronghold and bastion.
The likely word is castle, a large fortified structure dating from medieval times.
A "bastille" is a battlement fortified building. The name comes from bataille (battle).The Bastille got its name as soon as the first design of the 2-tower building was completed. The fortified building later received 2 more towers and then 4 more, for a grand total of 8 towers, making it an even more impressive bastille.
A fortified building of the past refers to structures designed for defense against attacks, often characterized by thick walls, battlements, and strategic positioning. Examples include castles, citadels, and fortified churches, which were built to protect inhabitants from sieges and invasions. These buildings often featured features like moats, arrow slits, and watchtowers to enhance their defensive capabilities. Over time, many fortified buildings have become historical landmarks, reflecting the architectural styles and military strategies of their respective eras.
Old Bailey meaning "an old fortified wall."It gets its name from the site on which the building stands.
Cossacks