The Most Alluring Villages Worldwide

There are places in the world with names so seductive that even the gods themselves would... blush.

The 'Love-Making' Hamlet – Intercourse in the United States

Established in 1754 under the name 'Cross Keys' after a famous local tavern, Intercourse village was renamed in 1814. Despite various theories surrounding its peculiar name, it remains a subject of debate. One prominent theory suggests its famous intersecting roads inspired the name change, evoking thoughts of 'intimacy'. Intercourse is also interpreted as 'Friendship'.

With this intriguing name, Intercourse has become a destination for many curious travelers, despite its services having no connection to intimacy. Alongside its name's allure, the serene countryside and rustic charm of Intercourse attract thousands of visitors annually. The livelihoods of the locals are bolstered by tourism, although there's a comical side to it as village signs often become targets for souvenir hunters, whose sole purpose is to... 'keep as mementos' of their trip.

“Venustempel” – The Erotic Museum in Amsterdam

The Temple of Venus – A Journey into Ancient Sensuality

Upon stepping into this museum, visitors are greeted by a gypsum statue of the goddess of love, Venus. This museum holds the distinction of being the world's first sex museum and the fourth most visited museum in Amsterdam, following the Van Gogh Museum, the Rijksmuseum, and the Anne Frank House.

This museum is divided into several small rooms, each with a different theme conveyed through concealed speakers embedded within the walls. Each room is uniquely named: Mata Hari, Marquis de Sade, Rudolf Valentino, Oscar Wilde, and Marquise de Pompadour. The majority of the soundscapes aim to capture the euphoria of human intimacy. Here, visitors can explore all facets of adult content, from the most explicit depictions of male and female anatomy to provocative sculptures deemed high art, which captivate the attention of tourists.

The 'Adult Toy' Hamlet in Canada

Dildo is a town located on the southeastern part of Trinity Bay on the island of Newfoundland, in the province of Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. Dildo lies between South Dildo and New Harbour. Similar to Intercourse village, Dildo has no sexual connotations, but its name in English refers to a type of adult toy specifically designed to mimic male genitalia. Consequently, many visitors are drawn here out of curiosity regarding the name Dildo.

The name Dildo has faced threats of being omitted from maps due to its potential to offend readers. Additionally, it has garnered unwanted attention and notoriety, prompting numerous 'name change' campaigns for the town, yet these efforts have been in vain as the name has become too ingrained in public consciousness.

“Fucking” – The Passionate Village in England

Fucking is a small village with only 32 houses and 104 residents (as of 2005). The village is located 33km north of Salzburg and 4km east of the German border. In English, “Fucking” means sexual intercourse. It's the peculiar name that has made Fucking a highly sought-after tourist destination.

The unusual name Fucking was accidentally bestowed upon the village. Originally, its meaning was “(place of) Focko's people” – Focko being a man's name. The suffix “-ing” indicates a settlement of a particular group of people in a group of languages.

The village gained prominence after English became the global lingua franca. Its fame also stems from an incident: one day after World War II, American and British soldiers noticed the name Fucking and flocked to take souvenir photos. It wasn't until then that locals became aware of the vulgar meaning behind the name.

A notable feature of Fucking is its traffic sign with the village's name, where tourists often stop to take photos. This sign is frequently stolen, prompting the establishment of public funds to replace stolen signs. Since then, people have been flocking to visit this unique village.

Besides the attention-grabbing sign, the village also boasts a more shocking sign written in German: “Bitte — nicht so schnell” (Please — not so fast!)

Sexmoan – The Sensual Municipality in the Philippines

Originally named Samuan, meaning “the meeting place of patriotic individuals under the nipa tree in ancient Kapampangan,” this municipality was mispronounced by American soldiers stationed here, transforming Samuan into Sexmoan. Since then, Sexmoan has been unofficially recognized as its official name. While the name may startle many, it has also become a destination for curious travelers.

The name Sexmoan has persisted for nearly a century. In 1991, officials decided they no longer wanted their municipality's name to be seen as a crude joke. In January 1991, legislation was passed in the National Assembly to revert to the original name, Sasmuan. Now, the new name appears everywhere, except for a few old signs hidden under the canopy of trees.

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Source: Mytour Travel Guide – According to Vietnam Sports