Buddhism in Sweden

Buddhism is a relatively small religion in Sweden. Most of the practicing Buddhists have various Asian (mostly Thai, Chinese and Vietnamese) heritage. There are current plans of constructing a Buddhist Temple in Fredrika, a small town in the north part of Sweden. This Thai-style temple will be the biggest Buddhist temple in Europe when finished. In addition to this there is a Thai pavilion in Jämtland, a region in central Sweden.

External links

* [http://www.buddhismtoday.com/english/world/country/020-Sweden.htm Buddhism Today - Sweden: A growing interest in Buddhism]


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