The idea for the Barbican came from Knights returning form the Crusades. The Origin and Meaning of the word ‘Barbican’ derives from an Old Iranian word ‘parivraka’ meaning protective.
Barbican
The Barbican was introduced with Norman and Plantagenet Castles during the Medieval period 1066 - 1485. The old Medieval Castleswere a symbol of wealth and power and were often the centre of historic battles and Medieval sieges. These great old Castleswere built for Medieval warfare and defence and new parts of the castle were designed accordingly! Facts and information about the many different parts of Castles! The Barbican was an essential Castle part for as a form of defence against intruders.
Barbican
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