Troy Town

Many of England’s historic turf mazes—labyrinthine paths formed by cutting complex patterns into grass—were given names that incorporate the word “Troy,” such as Troy Town, The City of Troy, or Troy’s Walls. Such names were presumably used because, according to popular legend, the walls of the city of Troy were constructed in such a confusing and complex manner that any enemy who entered would be unable to find his way out. What is thought to have been the original purpose of these turf mazes? Discuss

Source: The Free Dictionary