This is Epic History TV's guide to building the perfect castle, based on the development of European medieval castles over 400 years of history. We trace the origins of the castle in the feudal system that emerged in France c.900 CE, and look at the early motte-and-bailey castle, used by the Normans to subjugate England and Wales in the 11th century. We then look at how castle's became stronger and more sophisticated, with the addition of stone curtain walls, massive keeps, towers (square, round

Harlech Castle is a stunning medieval fortress located in Harlech, Gwynedd, on the west coast of Wales. It’s one of the most dramatic castles built by King Edward I of England during his conquest of Wales in the late 13th century. #harlechcastle #medieval #wales #visitwales #yourcastles #walesbytrails | Europe attractions

Caernarfon Castle is a medieval fortress in Gwynedd, North Wales.Caernarfon Castle is recognised around the world as one of the greatest buildings of the Middle Ages.This fortress-palace on the banks of the River Seiont is grouped with Edward I’s other castles at Conwy, Beaumaris and Harlech as a World Heritage Site. But for sheer scale and architectural drama Caernarfon stands alone.Here Edward and his military architect Master James of St George erected a castle, town walls and a quay all at t