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The Icelandic Phallological Museum (Hið Íslenzka Reðasafn) is located in central Reykjavík at Laugavegur 116. The museum houses the world's largest collection of mammalian penises and penile parts — over 280 specimens from 93 species. The collection includes: - **Marine mammals**: Sperm whale (170 cm), blue whale, orca, seals, walrus - **Land mammals**: Polar bear, reindeer, foxes, mice, hamsters, bulls, horses - **Folklore creatures**: Alleged specimens from elves, trolls, and hidden people - **Foreign specimens**: Donated from other countries The museum is presented scientifically with Latin nomenclature, anatomical information, and educational context. However, the inherent absurdity of the subject ensures a humorous atmosphere. Visitors range from giggling tourists to serious biology students. Exhibits include: - Preserved specimens in formaldehyde - Dried and mounted specimens - Artistic interpretations and phallofology-inspired art - Interactive displays on mammalian reproduction - Gift shop with themed merchandise The museum takes itself both seriously and not seriously at all — a very Icelandic combination. It's become one of Reykjavík's most talked-about attractions. Visits take 30–45 minutes. Not recommended for children, though educational in nature.

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What started as a joke gift (a bull penis whip) became the world's only penis museum. Founder Sigurður Hjartarson spent decades collecting specimens from Iceland's mammals — whales, seals, walruses, polar bears, foxes, even mice. The collection includes a 170 cm sperm whale penis and microscopic hamster specimens. There are also alleged elf and troll penises (in spirit form). It's simultaneously scientific, absurd, educational and uniquely Icelandic in its deadpan approach to a taboo subject.

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