Illok Attractions
Illok, in the Srijem region, has been in existence since Roman times. The town lies along the banks of the Danube River. During the Middle Ages defensive walls and other fortifications were built, much of what is still standing dates to around the mid 14th Century, when the structures were reinforced. From the 15th Century stands the St Ivan Kapistran Church and Monastery, named for the man credited with uniting the Christians against the Turks. Near the church and monastery is a section of the old defense wall.
During the Turkish occupation of Illok in the 16th Century, Trukish baths were built, some of which can still be seen. In the late 17th Century, Livio Odescalchi acquired the town and built the beautiful Odescalchi Manor. This three story horseshoe shaped mansion, is home to the Odescalchi Collection, the Civic Museum (Gradski Muzej), and a restaurant with outdoor seating during the summer months.
During the Turkish occupation of Illok in the 16th Century, Trukish baths were built, some of which can still be seen. In the late 17th Century, Livio Odescalchi acquired the town and built the beautiful Odescalchi Manor. This three story horseshoe shaped mansion, is home to the Odescalchi Collection, the Civic Museum (Gradski Muzej), and a restaurant with outdoor seating during the summer months.
