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Poet Sculpture
Why locals love it
Sculpture of Croatian poet Antun Gustav Matos sitting on the bench watching over the city, is definitely among the most popular pieces of art on the streets of Zagreb. He's a beloved intruder to the public benches of Strossmayer walkway. But know that some kids are afraid of this piece by our famous contemporary sculptor Ivan Kozaric.
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Why you should visit it
Each Zagreber must have a photo of himself sitting by the poet, so why not join the club? You'll probably notice more sculpted dedications to Croatian writers, which is a true sign of our rich heritage in literature. Since it's not available in other languages, the sculptures are the closest you can get to feel the influence of those people.
Special tip
If you take the funicular to the upper town, follow the road to your right to reach the poet sculpture.