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Architectural detail, Kings' Room
Francisco Arruda16th century
Tower of Belém
Lisbon, Portugal
One of eight round holes in the floor, known as machicolations, through which the garrison could fend off attacks by shooting or dropping projectiles.
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Details
- Title: Architectural detail, Kings' Room
- Creator: Francisco Arruda
- Date Created: 16th century
- Location Created: Belém Tower, Lisbon, Portugal
- Rights: DGPC/ADF - Luis Pavão
- Medium: Limestone
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