Bastiles
Bastiles are fortified structures, typically used as military strongholds or prisons, characterized by thick walls, towers, and often a moat or other defensive features. These structures were commonly built in medieval Europe as a means of defense and control, serving as a stronghold for military forces or as a place to detain prisoners or enemies of the state. Bastiles were often strategically located in key positions, such as along borders or near important trade routes, to help protect and control territories.