A moat is a deep, broad ditch generally filled with water surrounding a fortified habitation, such as a castle, fort, or town. It was initially intended to defend against attacks. However, as the years passed, attacks became increasingly rare, and castles lost their original use; the moats became primarily ornamental.
Here’s a selection of 16 moats and implicit castles from all over the world. Each represents a history and is a popular attraction for locals and tourists. Castles have always had a mysterious aura and fascinated people. Many legends about them exist, and even though they are mostly invented stories, they are still exciting to analyze.
01. Bodiam Castle – East Sussex England
02. Matsumoto Castle, Japan
03. Angkor Wat, Cambodia
04. Burg Gudneau, Germany
05. Caerphilly Castle, United Kingdom
06. Forbidden City – Beijing, China
07. Beloeil Castle, Belgium
08. Egeskov Castle, Denmark
09. Vadstena Castle, Sweden
10. Château de Chambord, France
11. Château de Chenonceau, France
12. Muiderslot Castle, Netherlands
13. Örebro Castle, Sweden
14. Leeds Castle, England
15. Bodelschwingh Castle – Dortmund, Germany
16. Frederiksborg Palace, Denmark
Nevertheless, the moats are still awe-inspiring structures that draw visitors and curious worldwide. While most can be found around castles, the whole area is sometimes turned into a tourist location. The visitors can admire the castle and learn more about its history and surroundings. Most castles are found in Europe, but some stunning constructions exist in Asia and the United States. Every castle has a different structure and look, and each one of them is unique.
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