Bastion

Fortified defensive structure.

Overview

Bastions, using stone and earth, are angular projections in fortifications, prominent in Europe (15th–18th centuries).

Core Characteristics

• Angular stone design.
• Defensive functionality.
• Fortification integration.

Notable Examples

• Fortress of Lisbon (Portugal, 16th century).
• Fort St. Elmo (Malta, 1552).

Architectural Connections

• Renaissance: Historical focus.
• Military: Fortifications.
• Military Architecture: Core movement.

Influence and Legacy

Bastions enhanced defensive architecture.

Related Concepts & Techniques

Stone Masonry (technique), Defense (theory), Wall (element), Renaissance Architecture (movement)

Directory

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