Bacalhôa Buddha Eden — Attraction in Bombarral

If you or anyone in your family is in a wheelchair, avoid this place at all costs as in normal Portuguese tradition, is not ready for people with low mobility.

Don't even know where to start... Just to give some context, my father is on a wheelchair.

We arrived and they have dedicated parking spaces for disabled people. This is where the first red flag came about. The whole parking lot is in a dirt road with rocks and pebles... You take the wheelchair and is almost impossible to use it. No ramp next to the parking spaces to the side walk.

Once you get it, Disable people pay the same price for entrance (won't complain much here as it is ok). However.. the whole park is in coble stones! How is it ok for someone on a wheelchair to visit the park with high inclination hills when its all coble stones? Even for baby strollers its almost impossible.

They offer a train visit, but guess what!? It's another 6 euros for any person to use it, including the wheelchair that can't go on the coble stone pavements. This is discrimination. Not only they make it impossible for wheelchairs to to visit the park as they make it double the price for them to enjoy a 25m ride. On top of this, the train only has 1 spot for wheelchairs and on the day we visit there were 3 waiting.

The only good thing about the park is that they have two toilets for disabled people. One outside and one near the restaurant .

My father was left in a state of terrible distress and frustration as me and my mum had to carry and push him around under 29 degrees of heat up and down a few hills for him to enjoy a bit the park. He was upset and really wanted to leave as it made him feel powerless and not...

Make no mistake, this is not a zen garden. It is not an asian garden of any kind. This is better described as “buddha” theme park for tourists. It is not zen, there is no peaceful atmosphere. Here what you find is a collection of cheep statue replicas from different countries, cultures and religions all mixed together with no logic or explanation, and a little train to take the tourists on a tour around part of the park.

If you are looking for a cultural place where you can enjoy a proper asian style garden (and there are several different types depending on the country), than this is most definitely not a good choice!

If you go in knowing that this is a theme park, you can have a nice couple of hours, have fun and take some cool pictures. It is pet friendly, so you can share a fun morning or afternoon with your dog there.

Note that, you will see people climbing the statues, to get closer and take pictures, just like you would do in a theme park… no security is going to ask you not to do that or to be respectful, because again, this is a tourist themed park designed to bring tourists in, entertain them for a while and then sell them wine on the way out.

All this being said, I went there with my family we accepted it for what it is, a theme park, and we all had a lot of fun, took a great collection pictures and left with a couple of wine bottles cuz Portuguese wine...

Review of Buddha Eden, Portugal

Buddha Eden, located in Bombarral, Portugal, is a stunning and peaceful garden that offers a unique cultural and artistic experience. Spanning over 35 hectares, this vast space is home to an impressive collection of Buddha statues, pagodas, terracotta warriors, and modern sculptures, all set amidst beautifully landscaped gardens, lakes, and bamboo forests.

Walking through the park, visitors are greeted by serene pathways lined with towering Buddha figures and intricately carved stone statues, creating a tranquil atmosphere perfect for reflection and relaxation. The garden also features large-scale art installations, including contemporary sculptures that contrast beautifully with the traditional Buddhist elements.

One of the highlights of Buddha Eden is the replica of China's Terracotta Army, where dozens of carefully crafted soldier statues stand in formation, adding a historical touch to the experience. The lakes filled with koi fish and floating sculptures further enhance the sense of serenity and harmony.

This open-air museum was created as a response to the destruction of the Buddhas of Bamiyan in Afghanistan, serving as a symbol of peace and cultural appreciation. The park is well-maintained, and despite its size, it is easy to navigate, with shaded areas and benches for resting. There is also a small café and a gift shop...