The statue of France Prešeren, Slovenia's national poet, stands proudly in Prešeren Square, a testament to his literary legacy.
Prešeren, born into a humble background, rose to prominence as a lawyer and poet, his work considered equal to the best of his European contemporaries.
The monument, however, sparked controversy due to the inclusion of a nude muse, which offended the nearby church authorities.
To appease the church, birch trees were strategically planted to block the view of the muse from the church entrance, creating a unique visual element within the square.
