Penis Blog

In the Himalayan country of Bhutan, the penis is a powerful symbol.

In the remote Himalayan kingdom of Bhutan, it is not only the stunning scenery that surprises the eye.

Driving from the country's only airport in Paro to the capital city of Thimphu, graphic and colourful paintings of penises adorn the white-washed walls of homes, shops and eateries.

In many places, pictures of dragons and soft drink advertisements showing a Bollywood actress jostle for space on the walls with phallic drawings.

The origin of these drawings can be traced to a Buddhist monastery near Bhutan's former capital, Punakha.