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National name : Republic of Benin
Population : 6,769,914
Land area : 112,622 km²
Capital City : Porto Novo
Languages : French
Currency : West African CFA franc (XOF) |
| Benin officially the Republic of Benin,
is a country in Western Africa. It borders Togo to the west, Nigeria
to the east and Burkina Faso and Niger to the north; its short coastline
to the south leads to the Bight of Benin. Its capital is Porto Novo,
but the seat of government is Cotonou. Benin was known as Dahomey
until 1975. |
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Martine's Guide to Benin
Travelers' information on destinations within Benin, shopping, history, slavery and voodoo.
http://home.online.no/~annekie/ |
The Africa Guide
A complete and comprehensive guide Benin, detailing accommodation, safaris, visitor travel information and more. Hundreds of links to relevant sites, a superb photo library and a large selection of books and maps for sale.
http://www.africaguide.com/country/benin/index.htm |
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