Benin 🇧🇯
Benin 🇧🇯: capital Porto-Novo, population 13 million, located in Africa. Currency: West African CFA Franc (CFA). Discover flag, language, neighbors and fun facts — then play the Name the Nations geography game!
Quick Facts
- Capital: Porto-Novo
- Population: 13 million
- Continent: Africa
- Language: French
- Currency: West African CFA Franc (CFA)
Geography at a Glance
- Official name: Republic of Benin
- Area: 112,622 km² (43,484 sq mi)
- Region: Western Africa
- Has a coastline
- People: Beninese
- Internet domain: .bj
Fun Facts About Benin
- Considered the birthplace of the Voodoo religion.
- Was once home to the powerful Kingdom of Dahomey.
- Has stilt villages built over a lake.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benin known for?
Benin is known for several things — Considered the birthplace of the Voodoo religion; Was once home to the powerful Kingdom of Dahomey; Has stilt villages built over a lake.
How big is Benin?
Benin covers about 112,622 square kilometers (43,484 square miles), in the Western Africa region.
Is Benin landlocked?
No. Benin has a coastline and shares land borders with 4 neighboring countries.
What are people from Benin called?
People from Benin are called Beninese.
What is the capital of Benin?
The capital of Benin is Porto-Novo.
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