Benin: sightseeing in Grand-Popo
Have you been told very nice things about Grand-Popo? Yes ? And you want to touch reality or learn more about this unique coastal city. If you are planning to go sightseeing in Grand-Popo, then you have come to the right place. In this article, we tell you everything about tourism in Grand-Popo, one of the most emblematic tourist destinations in Benin.
Benin: tourist sites in Ouidah
Ouidah is a historic city in southern Benin. This is one of the places, symbols of the slave trade in the 18th century. There are many places of memorial tourism in this recognized exceptional city. From the Auction Square to the Gate of No Return, passing through the Sacred Forest and the Temple of the Pythons, discover below the main tourist sites in Ouidah.
All about Ganvié: the lake city of Benin
In the south of Benin, a major seaside spot in the sub-region, there is a people whose way of life surprises many: the tofinnous. These men of the water have indeed made Lake Nokoué their natural habitat. They live on the water on which they depend enormously. Among the many lakeside villages built by the men of the water, there is a metropolis of several thousand inhabitants: Ganvié.
Benin: Discovering the udders of Savè
The Mamelles de Savè are not just visually imposing hills. They also have a cultural and sacred impact on the whole city. Discover in the rest of this article the maximum possible information on these dominant hills of the relief of Savè. They get the name "udder" from their shape, which resembles a young girl's breasts, facing upwards.
Benin: 7 reasons to visit Pendjari National Park
Located in the department of Atacora, the Pendjari National Park (PNP) is one of the main natural resources of the country. Whether for a tourist exploration expedition or an educational visit, the Pendjari Park fascinates all its visitors with its assets. Discover our 7 reasons to stay in this extraordinary animal park.
Benin: The story of the door of no return in Ouidah
It is a landmark monument that symbolizes the starting point of more than a million slaves deported from West Africa. It is the last stage of the bloody road of slaves, most of whom were captives of the wars between the interior tribes. Discover in the rest of this article the origin, the portrait and the history of the door of no return of Ouidah.
Benin: must-see waterfalls and cascades
Located mainly in the north, around Natitingou, the waterfalls and cascades of Benin are the best addresses to visit if you are a fan of swimming, the outdoors or if you want to take an excursion in a charming space that breathes natural. Would you like to explore these fabulous waterfalls and cascades in Benin? So get on board with us now and experience a rewarding and exciting adventure together.
Discover the black river of Adjarra and other curiosities of the city
In Benin and half an hour from Cotonou, the economic capital, the city of Adjarra is one of these open-air museums. A bit like the town of Sè in the department of Mono, here, it looks like time has stood still. The whole city seems to be out of time, as if taking us into another dimension, another reality. A few minutes in the city are enough to convince the visitor that this city is anything but ordinary. Here is what you need to know about the city of Adjarra and its black river.
Benin: Discovering vodoun
A major tourist destination in West Africa, Benin is a country that amazes the world with its cultural richness. Undoubtedly the cradle of Voodoo culture, the country vibrates all year round to the rhythm of its traditional religion, the influence of which goes beyond borders. Curious to learn more, especially the truth about vodoun in Benin, this misunderstood culture that still suffers from countless prejudices? If so, then let's embark immediately on another world, that of vodoun.
