OUIDAH VOODOO FESTIVAL IN BENIN THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE YOU BUY

Approaching the Coastline, sea breezes rustled coconut groves when crabs gnashed their claws amid mangroves. Beneath an archway around the shoreline, meant to symbolise ‘The Gates of No Return’, I viewed the pummelling Atlantic surf churn gray with sediment and contemplated the terrified thoughts of captured Africans remaining paddled out to wa

Benin, a small West African country rich in history and culture, is the birthplace of Voodoo, a religion that has shaped the identity of the region for centuries. Every January, the country comes alive with the Voodoo Festival, a vibrant celebration that draws travelers from around the world. If you're seeking an unforgettable cultural experience,