I膷ko's House, Belgrade

I膷ko鈥檚 House is a significant cultural monument located on Be啪anijska Street in the Zemun district of Belgrade. Constructed in 1793, this Classical-style building is one of the oldest preserved houses in the area, exemplifying the architectural and urban development of Zemun at the end of the eighteenth century.

The structure comprises a basement, a ground floor, and a partial second floor shaped by a high gable roof with dormers. Originally, the ground floor housed the tavern "Marko Kraljevi膰," while the first floor served residential purposes. The house also featured a yard accessible from Saint Sava Street, which included outbuildings, stables, warehouses, and storage facilities.

The building is named after Petar I膷ko, a prominent rebel diplomat and trader, who stayed in the house from 1802 to 1803. I膷ko fled Belgrade due to the return to power of the Dahije, Turkish administrators, and settled in Zemun. He played a pivotal role in the preparations for the First Serbian Uprising in 1804, acting as a consul and intermediary for traders in Zemun, Thessaloniki, and other regions.

Over the years, I膷ko鈥檚 House underwent several reconstructions and a complete revitalization in the 1980s. Today, it retains its historical significance and serves as a representative example of a late eighteenth-century townhouse. The building is currently in use, housing a department store, and continues to be an important part of Belgrade's cultural heritage.

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Sight Name: I膷ko's House
Sight Location: Belgrade, Serbia (See walking tours in Belgrade)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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