Medieval Glossary
Donjon
The main (often central) tower of a castle that was usually the center of the castle's defense. The castle's outer defenses would be built around the donjon. In modern times, the donjon is usually called the keep.
Related term(s): Keep; Courtyard; Turret; Castle
Category: Castles and Fortifications
Added: 09.07.04
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