The Srilankan Tamil Hindus came to switzerland as refugees during the ethnic conflict in 1983 .While in the early days, the Krishna Temple on Zürichberg, which was opened in 1980, provided a first refuge for many Tamils, various communities formed over the years, so that in 1986 the first Tamil temple was opened in Basel.
Sri Lankan Tamil Hindus fleeing ethnic conflict in 1983 sought refuge in Switzerland. The Krishna Temple on Zürichberg, opened in 1980, provided an initial sanctuary for many Tamils. Over time, various Tamil communities developed, culminating in the establishment of the first Tamil temple in Basel in 1986.