Not a breast in sight...

Stumbling awkwardly down the aisle of the bus we timidly thanked the bus driver, who seemed to have a penchant for terrifying his passengers by doing 90 around winding sea cliff highways.


We had arrived at the beautiful little fishing village of Sinnam. This quaint town is nestled nicely in a bay that is framed dramatically by two jagged towering cliffs on either side. With a white sea-swell relentlessly lashing, it paints a majestic panorama.


However, this town is famous for something a little more risqué than simply barnacles and oysters. Its home to Haeshingdang Park or as it’s more famously known “Penis Park” (Giggles). A park dedicated to all things willy, which leads to a most hilarious day out, I assure you.


The best way to get here is from the bustling town of Samcheok in Gangwon-do Province, South Korea. Purchase a ticket to Sinnam from the Bus terminal or alternatively ask for a timetable at the nearby Tourist information. They say it will take around half an hour to get there but it’s more like 45-50 minutes and remember to ask the driver to stop at Sinnam, as it is not the final destination on his route.


Walking towards the entrance to the park you will be exposed to a very odd mix of seafood snacks and penis paraphernalia. Little old women grin cheekily at you as they point a bottle of local liquor that has been auspiciously capped with a dong.


Upon entering the park which sets you back about two dollars, you can’t help but feel a little inadequate as everywhere you look, there is a massive veiny colossus staring you right in the eye. Wood carvings of the famous man region come in all shapes, styles and sizes, giving this park a very tongue in cheek feel. In no way does it ever feel seedy or dirty, there is even an entertaining soundtrack played over the PA.
The park has been designed to celebrate sexuality and the worship of phallic objects, which has been a tradition in this area for hundreds of years.
A competition was held for local artists to submit a carving and have it displayed in Haeshingdang. An eclectic mix of lovingly carved manhood was produced. Ranging from traditional to modern, bizarre to conceptual; if it’s pointy it’s been thought of here in Penis Park.


Oddly enough, right in the middle of the park is a fishing and maritime museum just to break up your raucous penis adventure. Inside there is some interesting displays regarding traditional fishing techniques, seafood recipes and even an interactive boat ride complete with a broken screen. Wandering around the museum you can’t help but find your mind traipsing back to the detailed host of knobs grinning cheerfully just outside. So it’s a quick run around then right back out to the action.

Further up the hill is a hilarious fellowship of the ring style semi circle of cock. With an intricate array of animals carved directly into the penises and an epic seaside view, you can’t help but feel a like an erotic version of Frodo Baggins being bestowed with a greatly important task. (Insert your own cock ring jokes here.)

Haeshingdang Park is well worth a visit if you’re coming to South Korea. It breaks up the usual sight seeing of stuffy old temples and mountain ranges and replaces it with a flaming big erection right in your face.  

Enjoy!