古城
Meanings
1
old castle; old fortress
Refers to a castle or fortress from a past era, often one that is now a historical site or ruin.
Several medieval old castles remain in this region.
We stayed at a hotel converted from an old castle.
Usage patterns
- 〈場所〉に古城が建つan old castle stands in a place
An old castle stands atop the mountain.
- 古城を訪れるto visit an old castle
I visited an old castle in Europe during my trip.
- 古城の跡the remains of an old castle
The remains of an old castle still stand on this hill.