9 articles to prepare your trip
A 19th-century Afro-Brazilian building in the heart of Porto-Novo, the Great Mosque blends Islamic and Yoruba styles. Practical guide to visiting it in Benin.
Benin's longest river, the Ouémé flows across the country for 500 km, from the Atacora to the Gulf of Guinea, passing through Porto-Novo and its lacustrine delta.
In northwestern Benin, Atakora is home to Pendjari National Park, UNESCO-listed Tata Somba, and Tanougou Falls. Practical guide to planning your visit.
The historic capital of Benin, Porto-Novo reveals five centuries of history between the Yoruba kingdom, Afro-Brazilian heritage, and preserved colonial architecture.
Ketou
Once the capital of a Yoruba kingdom founded between the 10th and 14th centuries, Kétou preserves the magical gates of Akaba-Idena, the palace of the 48 Alaketu rulers, and the living memory of the Yoruba people.
Between 41 sacred hills, a Yoruba royal palace and the Marian grotto of Arigbo, Dassa-Zoumé concentrates the spiritual and historical soul of central Bénin.
Located 250 km from Cotonou, Dankoli fetish, a sacred voodoo tree covered in nails and offerings, tells the legend of King Agadja and three centuries of Beninese spirituality.
Allada
Allada, cradle of voodoo and birthplace of the Kings of Abomey, reveals its royal palace, python temple, and Dahomey Museum just an hour from Cotonou.
Located 9 km from Abomey, the underground village of Agongointo reveals 52 homes carved into the earth by Fon ancestors. A unique archaeological site in Benin.
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