Their purpose was to defeat large armies of mounted raiders, not unlike Martin's depiction of the Dothraki.
Historical analysisīefore we start with Westeros's castles, let's have a look at the castles in our own world - their European models.Ĭastles in Europe were built around AD 900 to 1000. But why are they built the way they are, and how do they hold up under scrutiny? In this essay, we will examine the castles of the great houses of Westeros. They bear proud names, stand for millennia, and have illustrious histories full of bloody battles and mighty heroes.
The various castles of Westeros are a pinpoint of fascination both for readers and the inhabitants of George R.
