What did the egyptians call castles?

The ancient Egyptians did not have a specific term for "castles" as understood in a medieval European context. Instead, they built fortified structures known as "fortresses" or "cities," often referred to as "medinet" (meaning city) or "per" (meaning house). These structures served various purposes, including military defense, administrative functions, and royal residences. The most famous examples include the fortified walls of cities like Thebes and the various temples and palaces that had defensive features.