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    Ilok-Vukovar, Croatia

    October 13 in Croatia ⋅ ⛅ 13 °C

    We had a delightful tour guide in Ilok who shared a bit of the town’s history and what everyday life is like in the region. Above the Danube, the hills were lined with many gently sloping vineyards. We stopped by Ilok Castle, where the Franciscan Monastery next to the Catholic Church can actually be rented through Airbnb. The guide pointed out a long mound outside the castle, said to be a burial site for soldiers who fell in medieval battles.

    Next, we visited the Old Cellar of Ilok for a wine tasting, accompanied by a traditional Croatian sweet — much like a donut. The wine cellar itself dates back to the 3rd century, adding to the charm of the experience.

    Afterward, we returned to the boat and continued down the Danube to Vukovar, where we enjoyed a walking tour and visited the Vukovar City Museum.

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