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Benin — silhouette, capital and facts
Benin is in Africa and its capital is Porto-Novo. With about 13 million people and 114,763 km², it ranks 100th in area and 74th in population among the 195 countries in GeoSilhueta.
Silhouette of Benin, scaled to the same size as every other country in the game.
Quick facts
- Capital
- Porto-Novo
- Continent
- Africa
- Population
- about 13 million
- Area
- 114,763 km²
- Language
- French
- Currency
- CFA franc
- Flag colors
- green, yellow, red
Borders
Benin shares a land border with 4 countries: Nigeria, Burkina Faso, Togo, Niger.
Fun facts about Benin
- Ganvié, on Lake Nokoué, is a village of stilt houses where people get around by canoe.
- The Kingdom of Dahomey, famed for its women warriors, the Agojie, flourished in what is now Benin.
- Vodun has roots in Benin, where January 10 is a national holiday in its honor.
Frequently asked questions
What is the capital of Benin?
The capital of Benin is Porto-Novo.
Which continent is Benin in?
Benin is in Africa.
Which countries border Benin?
Benin shares a land border with 4 countries: Nigeria, Burkina Faso, Togo, Niger.
How can I learn to recognize the silhouette of Benin?
In GeoSilhueta you see only a country's outline and guess which one it is. Benin is one of the 195 countries in the game, which is free and runs in your browser with no signup.
What are some fun facts about Benin?
Ganvié, on Lake Nokoué, is a village of stilt houses where people get around by canoe. The Kingdom of Dahomey, famed for its women warriors, the Agojie, flourished in what is now Benin. Vodun has roots in Benin, where January 10 is a national holiday in its honor.
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