The Sacred Forest of Ouidah
The sacred forest of Ouidah is one of the most important sites of the Voodoo religion. It houses sculptures representing the deities known as Loas or Voduns.
The Voodoo Festival
Every year on 10 January, Ouidah celebrates the Voodoo Festival, now listed as UNESCO intangible cultural heritage. Dances, rituals and ceremonies draw devotees from around the world.
The Royal Palaces of Abomey
Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the palaces of the Dahomey kings in Abomey bear witness to the power of an empire that dominated the region for several centuries.