Cotonou is Benin's economic capital and the starting point for the birthplace of voodoo — Benin is the cradle of the voodoo religion, and the city of Ouidah with its slavery route monuments is one of Africa's most moving destinations.
300K
visitors/year
Best time to visit
November–February — dry season, voodoo festival in January in Ouidah
Top sights & experiences
- 🧿 Ouidah Voodoo Heritage
- 🐍 Python Temple
- 🚪 Door of No Return
- 🏛️ Abomey Royal Palaces
- 🛒 Dantokpa Market
- 🏖️ Grand Popo Beach
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