Benin
Republic of Benin
Africa · Western Africa
Location on the World Map
Famous Personality
Angélique Kidjo
musician
She is a Grammy-winning singer and one of Benin's most famous cultural figures.
Local Delicacy
Pâte rouge
This dish is a cornmeal paste served with a rich tomato-based sauce.
National Symbols
Famous Landmark & Geography
Royal Palaces of Abomey
These historic palaces are a UNESCO World Heritage Site tied to the Kingdom of Dahomey.
Agriculture & Produce
Cotton is Benin's leading cash crop and one of its most important agricultural exports.
Pineapple is Benin's best-known fruit crop and an important commercial fruit in the south.
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Major Airports
Top 5 Musical Instruments (Most to Least Popular)
Talking drums are central to Yoruba and related musical traditions in Benin.
Djembe is widely played in Beninese percussion ensembles and popular performances.
This double bell provides the timekeeping backbone in Vodun and other traditional music.
Kora appears in northern Benin through wider West African griot and praise-song traditions.
Balafon is an important melodic percussion instrument in northern Beninese music.