Quinta dos Loridos

Bacalhôa Buddha Eden is a 35-hectare garden featuring Buddhist sculptures, pagodas, and terracotta statues positioned throughout natural landscapes with marble and granite structures. Pathways wind through water features, wooded areas, and open meadows where artworks from different traditions and regions are arranged across the grounds.

The garden was established in 2001 as a response to the destruction of the Giant Buddhas of Bamiyan in Afghanistan, conceived as an effort to preserve cultural artistic expression. This foundation reflected a commitment to protecting religious and artistic traditions worldwide.

The main stairway features golden Buddha statues that greet visitors as they enter the grounds, while a separate section displays hand-carved Shona stone sculptures from Zimbabwe. These artistic works reflect a global perspective on creativity and spiritual expression.

The garden is open year-round and visitors should wear comfortable walking shoes as pathways cover considerable distances across the grounds. The terrain is mostly flat, though there are several sections with walkways connecting artworks and natural features that require time to explore fully.

A central lake holds koi fish and sculpted dragons rising from the water, with sections devoted to modern art installations scattered throughout the grounds. This blend of nature and contemporary works creates surprising moments as visitors turn corners and discover unexpected artistic pieces.

Location: Carvalhal

Fee: 6 EUR

Address: Quinta dos Loridos, 2540-420, Portugal

Opening Hours: December-April Monday-Sunday 09:00-18:00; May-September 09:00-19:00

Phone: +351262605240

Website: https://bacalhoa.pt/pt/bacalhoa-buddha-eden

GPS coordinates: 39.27645,-9.13963

Latest update: December 26, 2025 22:20