Iron Age fortifications

Iron Age fortifications were structures built around settlements for protection, primarily from invaders and rival tribes. These defenses included earthworks like ditches and mounds, wooden palisades, and stone walls, depending on the region and available resources. Fortified sites often featured gates for controlled access and watch towers for surveillance. These fortifications reflected the social, political, and technological advancements of the time, helping communities establish security and maintain control over territory. They are key archaeological indicators of Iron Age societies, illustrating their strategic importance in human settlement and conflict.