Benin, [a] officially the Republic of Benin, [b] formerly known as the Kingdom of Dahomey, [10] is a country in West Africa. Benin is bordered by Togo to the west, Nigeria to the east, Burkina …

Nov 7, 2025 · Benin, country of western Africa. The official capital is Porto-Novo, but Cotonou is Benin’s largest city, its chief port, and its de facto administrative capital.

Benin facts: Official web sites of Benin, links and information on Benin's art, culture, geography, history, travel and tourism, cities, the capital city, airlines, embassies, tourist boards and …

Oct 1, 2025 · There are no photos for Benin. Visit the Definitions and Notes page to view a description of each topic.

Jul 28, 2023 · Provides an overview of Benin, including key dates and facts about this West African nation.

Jan 22, 2025 · Benin borders Nigeria to the east, Burkina Faso and Niger to the north, and Togo to the west. The country has a small coastal area on the Bight of Benin, where most of the …

2 days ago · Benin covers an area of 114,763 square kilometres (44,310 sq mi) [3] and its population in 2018 was estimated to be approximately 11.49 million. [10] [11] Benin is a …

Benin, a nation located in West Africa, is bordered by Togo to the west, Nigeria to the east, and Burkina Faso and Niger to the north. This small yet culturally rich country has a diverse …

Benin (officially called the Republic of Benin) is a country in Africa. The capital of Benin is Porto-Novo. The government is based in Cotonou, the country's largest city. Most people live on the …

History of Benin, history of Benin from the precolonial period to the present. As a political unit, Benin was created by the French colonial conquest at the end of the 19th century.