An early type of castle with an artificial or natural mound (motte) on which a tower is built with a courtyard (bailey) below, surrounded by a palisade and moat.

Webwhile england is said to have 5,000 moats alone, they're also found in africa, japan, asia, and elsewhere, protecting fortresses, temples, and towns as well as castles.

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