Behold a blend of cultures in the birthplace of Vodun
A relatively underexplored country with deep cultural ties to the transatlantic slave trade, Benin is rich in history and tradition. In the home of the West African faith, Vodun, you can immerse yourself in the art, music, dance and spirituality of the religion and learn how the practice evolved into what we commonly know as Voodoo. Energetic ceremonies, Afro-Brazilian architecture and stilt villages atop lakes and lagoons give you a unique peek into life in this part of West Africa.
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Benin at a glance
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CAPITAL CITY
Porto Novo (population 223,600)
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POPULATION
13.3 million
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CURRENCY
XOF
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LANGUAGE
French, Fon, Yoruba, Dendi, Bariba, Ge
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TIME ZONE
(GMT+01:00) West Central Africa
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CALLING CODE
+229
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ELECTRICITY
Type C (European 2-pin) Type E (French 2-pin, female earth)