Radha Krishna Temple, Lisbon

The Radha Krishna Temple in Lisbon is the principal temple of the Hindu Community of Portugal and an important centre of Hindu religious life in the capital. The community’s official temple page records that the building was inaugurated in November 1998 by Portuguese President Jorge Sampaio. The prana pratistha, the Hindu consecration and installation ceremony for the deities, was conducted by Shree Rameshbhai Oza.

Since its inauguration the temple has operated daily, welcoming community members for worship and also receiving visitors who wish to learn about Hindu religious life. The principal sacred association is with Radha and Krishna, and daily programmes include aarti in the morning and evening. The complex also hosts festival celebrations, devotional singing, religious instruction and guided visits for groups.

Its significance is not based on an ancient origin or miracle claim; it represents the established institutional presence of Hinduism in contemporary Portugal and provides a dedicated sacred space for ritual, community and education. The official organisation states that people outside the community may visit, while organised guided groups should arrange their visit in advance.

Visitors should dress and behave respectfully during worship and avoid interrupting rituals. Festival calendars follow Hindu religious dates and can change from year to year, so special-event information is best checked directly with the temple.