Bacalhôa Buddha Eden – The Oriental Garden

Category: Culture and Entertainment > Theme Park

District: Leiria > Bombarral > Carvalhal > Buddha Eden

Largest Oriental Garden in Europe

- Bacalhôa Buddha Eden, located in Bombarral, is the largest oriental garden in Europe, with an area of approximately 35 hectares.

- Created in 2007 by Commander José Berardo, in response to the destruction of the Buddha statues in Afghanistan.

- The garden is composed of various statues of Buddhas, pagodas, terracotta and marble sculptures, distributed throughout well-maintained gardens.

Sculptures and Art

- The site has more than 6,000 tons of marble and granite used in the creation of the sculptures.

- Highlights include the giant 20-meter Buddha and the impressive terracotta army inspired by the warriors of Xian, in China.

- There is also a garden dedicated to African Sculpture, with works representing gods and everyday figures of the Shona people of Zimbabwe.

Spaces of Tranquility and Beauty

- The garden is full of lakes, fountains and wooded paths, providing a tranquil and relaxing environment.

- The central lake has KOI fish and sculpted dragons that emerge from the waters, adding to the serene and artistic atmosphere.

Cultural Diversity

- The sculptures in the garden have symbolic meanings, such as the giant Buddha that represents peace and wisdom, and the terracotta soldiers that symbolize strength and determination.

- Cultural diversity is celebrated with the mixture of oriental, African and modern sculptures, providing a rich and varied experience.

Modern and Contemporary Sculpture Gardens

- The garden also offers a space for modern sculptures, with works by artists such as Alexander Calder and Fernando Botero, among others.

Facilities and Recommendations

- There is a tourist train available to explore the garden more comfortably.

- The entrance costs €6, and the train also costs €6. Children up to 12 years old have free admission.

- The site has a restaurant and snack bar, but picnics are not allowed inside.

- Animals are not allowed, except dogs on leashes, properly identified.

Sources: https://pt.wikipedia.org/wiki/Quinta_dos_Loridos

https://bacalhoa.pt/

License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt