Preserving Bengali Heritage in Berlin
Berliner Bengalis e.V. (Berlin er Bengali) is a registered non-profit and non-commercial association dedicated to preserving, celebrating, and promoting Bengali culture and Hindu Sanatani traditions in the heart of Berlin.
Founded in 2023, we emerged from the vision of uniting the Bengali community in Berlin while enriching the city's already vibrant multicultural landscape. For us, Berlin is not just a city of residence—it is "home away from home," and we are committed to making this home feel complete through our cultural expressions and traditions.
To practice, preserve, and promote Hindu Sanatani culture and Bengali traditions through various cultural, religious, and social activities while fostering community spirit and environmental consciousness.
A thriving Bengali community in Berlin that celebrates its heritage with pride, maintains deep spiritual roots, and contributes positively to the city's diverse cultural ecosystem while respecting and protecting our natural environment.
Our flagship event featuring authentic pandal installations, traditional rituals, cultural performances, Bengali music, dance, and community gatherings celebrating the victory of good over evil.
Regular events showcasing Bengali music, classical dance (Kathak, Bharatanatyam), theater, poetry recitations, art exhibitions, and workshops to keep our cultural heritage alive.
Creating spaces for the Bengali community to connect, support each other, share experiences, and create lasting bonds in a welcoming and inclusive environment.
Celebrating Bengali culinary traditions through food festivals, cooking demonstrations, and community meals that bring people together through authentic flavors.
Organizing workshops, language classes, and cultural education programs to pass on traditions to younger generations and keep Bengali heritage alive.
Promoting eco-friendly practices and environmental consciousness, honoring the protection of "Mother Earth" according to our Sanatani traditions.
Durga Puja is one of the most significant festivals in the Hindu Sanatani calendar, celebrated primarily by Bengali and Assamese communities, though observed by Hindus across India and the world.
Goddess Durga (also known as Devi or Shakti) embodies supreme divine feminine energy—courage, strength, compassion, and protection. She represents the triumph of good over evil, righteousness over injustice, and light over darkness. Her ten arms symbolize her infinite power to protect her devotees and vanquish negativity.
According to mythology, Goddess Durga was created to defeat the buffalo demon Mahishasura, who could not be slain by any male god. The nine-day festival celebrates her victorious battle culminating in Vijayadashami (Victory Day), symbolizing the eternal victory of virtue over vice.
📅 Dates: 27th September – 3rd October, 2025
📍 Location: Zwölf-Apostel-Kirchengemeinde, An d. Apostelkirche 1, 10783 Berlin
Join us for our grand celebration with traditional pandal, daily rituals, cultural programs, Bengali cuisine, music, dance, and community festivities. Special highlight: Bijaya Sammilani on October 3rd after Sindur Khela!
📅 Dates: 8th – 12th October, 2024
📍 Location: Zwölf-Apostel-Kirchengemeinde, Berlin
Our second annual celebration brought the Bengali community together with spectacular pandal decorations, authentic rituals, and vibrant cultural programs.
📅 Dates: 20th – 24th October, 2023
📍 Location: Radha Govinda Temple, Berlin
Theme: "Save the Nature" 🌍
Our inaugural celebration with the environmental conservation theme, symbolizing our commitment to protecting Mother Earth as per Sanatani traditions.
Whether you are a Bengali, a friend of Bengali culture, or simply someone interested in experiencing authentic cultural celebrations, we warmly welcome you to join Berliner Bengalis e.V.
📧 Get In Touch: info@berlinerbengalis.com
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