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Vodoun Days 2027: Experience Benin's Greatest Cultural Festival in Ouidah

Irù wèrè: When Dassa-Zoumé Restores the Roof of the Sacred World

At the heart of Bénin, where granite formations defy the sky, the city of Dassa-Zoumé is set to vibrate to the rhythm of an age-old tradition. Iru Wéré,

Agonvè Island: A Forgotten Gem

Nestled in the heart of Zagnanado municipality, approximately 180 km from Cotonou, Agonvè Island is far more than a simple expanse of land surrounded by the waters of Lake Azili.

TANEKA: Urgent Action Needed to Save a Traditional Habitat Model in Peril

Cement brick walls, tin-sheet roofs, featureless architectural layouts: this is the sad face that the famous tourist village of Taneka Beri in northern Benin now presents to visitors

7 Must-See Attractions to Discover on a Trip to Benin

Located in West Africa, Benin's coastlines boast paradisiacal beaches along the Gulf of Guinea. Known for its colonial architecture,

Over 1,000 Masks Distributed in Benin Thanks to You

A few weeks ago, we introduced you to the wonderful project launched by local agency Voyages Modestes and the association "Tous semblables, Tous Différents" for the manufacture of protective masks.

Meet Isaac ABISSI, Director of Voyage Modeste Agency in Bénin

Discover in this article the inspiring journey of a young man who loves his country and dedicates himself to showcasing its treasures.

The Tata, a Fortress Among the Somba

We are at the northwestern border between Benin and Togo. Welcome to the Somba people.

Life on the water: The Toffin people of Ganvié, the lake city in Bénin

Built entirely on Lake Nokoué, the city of Ganvié is a lake village located 25 km from Cotonou, the capital of Bénin.

Pendjari National Park: Towards a New Beginning?

Unknown to most travelers, Pendjari Park is nonetheless a true concentration of wild life. Located in Benin, it harbors exceptional fauna and flora.

Discovering Cotonou in 6 Activities

Cotonou is the economic capital of Bénin and the largest city in the country! An emerging African city, it pulses with dynamic, youthful energy.

10 Reasons to Visit Benin

Ethnic groups, languages, traditional dances, encounters with the children of Benin. Experience total immersion in African lands

Tourism in Bénin: Wildlife Reserves and Animal Life

Bénin is home to two wildlife parks. Pendjari Park, a rich biosphere reserve, and W Park, a reserve that spans three countries: Bénin, Burkina Faso, and Niger.

The Hills of Dassa

A pile of rocks. A set of 41 enigmatic hills surrounds the beautiful city of Dassa-Zoume. Located in central Bénin approximately 210 km from Cotonou, Dassa-Zoume is a crossroads town.

The Divinity of Twins: Practices and Symbolism

The Beninese Vodoun pantheon offers a plurality of divinized and hierarchized spirits whose major spirits are in the Fon language of Benin

Benin Destination: A Growing Passion for Thematic Tourism

Located in West Africa within the tropical zone between the equator and the Tropic of Cancer, Benin is bordered to the north by the Niger River, which separates it from the Republic of Niger.