Haesindang Park
Samcheok is home to the only place in the area where the Korean phallic tradition continues. Indeed, large-scale penis sculptures are the big draw here. Originally created to appease the soul of a dead virgin, there are over 50 phallic statues in this surprisingly picturesque park, located along the shore. Called the Sinnam Village of Wondukeup, the park has the Haeshindang shrine and a pretty extensive Fishery Village Tradition Exhibition Center. This folk museum shows some interesting shamanistic rituals observed by traditional fishermen in order to get a good catch. Unfortunately, the displays lack English explanations, but they are still fun to look at nevertheless. The park complex is about 20km (12 miles) south of Samcheok.
Samcheok is home to the only place in the area where the Korean phallic tradition continues. Indeed, large-scale penis sculptures are the big draw here. Originally created to appease the soul of a dead virgin, there are over 50 phallic statues in this surprisingly picturesque park, located along the shore. Called the Sinnam Village of Wondukeup, the park has the Haeshindang shrine and a pretty extensive Fishery Village Tradition Exhibition Center. This folk museum shows some interesting shamanistic rituals observed by traditional fishermen in order to get a good catch. Unfortunately, the displays lack English explanations, but they are still fun to look at nevertheless. The park complex is about 20km (12 miles) south of Samcheok.
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