Brazil is home to a small but vibrant Hindu community, and there are several Hindu temples across the country, primarily built by Indian immigrants and their descendants. Here are some notable Hindu temples in Brazil:
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1. Templo Hinduísta de São Paulo (Hindu Temple of São Paulo)2. Templo Radha Krishna (ISKCON – International Society for Krishna Consciousness)3. Templo Shiva Vishnu (Shiva Vishnu Temple)4. Templo de Ganesha (Ganesha Temple)5. Associação Hindu do Brasil (Hindu Association of Brazil)6. Centro Cultural e Templo Hindu (Cultural Center and Hindu Temple)Hindu Festivals Celebrated in BrazilIndian Community in Brazil
1. Templo Hinduísta de São Paulo (Hindu Temple of São Paulo)
- Location: São Paulo (near Avenida República do Líbano)
- Details: One of the most prominent Hindu temples in Brazil, serving the Indian community in São Paulo. It features traditional Indian architecture and hosts festivals like Diwali and Holi.
2. Templo Radha Krishna (ISKCON – International Society for Krishna Consciousness)
- Locations:
- São Paulo (Alphaville)
- Rio de Janeiro
- Belo Horizonte
- Curitiba
- Details: ISKCON (Hare Krishna) temples are active in Brazil, promoting Bhakti Yoga and Hindu philosophy. They host regular kirtans, Bhagavad Gita classes, and vegetarian feasts.
3. Templo Shiva Vishnu (Shiva Vishnu Temple)
- Location: Brasília
- Details: A temple dedicated to Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu, serving the Hindu community in the capital city.
4. Templo de Ganesha (Ganesha Temple)
- Location: Foz do Iguaçu (near the Triple Frontier with Argentina and Paraguay)
- Details: A temple dedicated to Lord Ganesha, visited by Hindus and tourists alike.
5. Associação Hindu do Brasil (Hindu Association of Brazil)
- Location: Rio de Janeiro
- Details: A cultural and religious organization that promotes Hinduism and Indian traditions.
6. Centro Cultural e Templo Hindu (Cultural Center and Hindu Temple)
- Location: Manaus (Amazonas)
- Details: A smaller temple serving the Hindu community in the Amazon region.
Hindu Festivals Celebrated in Brazil
- Diwali (Festival of Lights) – Celebrated with lamps, fireworks, and cultural programs.
- Holi (Festival of Colors) – Public celebrations in cities like São Paulo and Rio.
- Ganesh Chaturthi – Dedicated to Lord Ganesha, observed with prayers and processions.
Indian Community in Brazil
Most Hindus in Brazil are descendants of Indian immigrants who arrived in the 20th century, particularly from Gujarat and Punjab. There are also followers of Hinduism among Brazilian spiritual seekers influenced by yoga and meditation movements.
