In the early 11th century, the motte and keep - an artificial mound surmounted by a palisade and tower - was the most common form of castle in Europe, everywhere except Scandinavia.
Ring pangawiting abad ka-11, the motte and keep - sekadi genah sané kasengker antuk pagehan kayu miwah madaging balé tegeh- wantah rupan bénténg sané ketah kapanggih ring Eropa, tiosan ring Scandinavia.