The outer machicolation is made of stone and the inner one was probably made of wood. From the machicolation, the defenders fired arrows at the enemy or poured hot water or oil on those who attacked the enemy or it was just an observation post.
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Title: Mašikula - Machicolation is defensive balcony
Creator: The Golubac Fortress Ltd, Matija Maksimović
Date Created: 14th Century
Location Created: Veliko Gradište,Serbia
Type: The medieval building
Art Movement: Medieval architecture
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