Benin Nutz and Bolts
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Stumble It!Country: Benin Where is it?: Benin is in Western Africa between Nigeria and Togo. Why do people go here?: Benin is the number one destination for voodoo ceremonies in West Africa, where it's said to have originated. What are the main entry points?: Air France connects with Cotonou as well as a number regional airlines. You can cross overland between most countries Currency used: West African Franc Country Code for Phones: 229 Religion: Voodoo 70%, Muslim 15%, Christian 15% Population: 6,700,000 Ethnic Breakdown: Fon 39%, Yoruba 12%, Adja 10%, Others Government: Republic Languages: French, Fon, Yoruba Major Cities: Porto-Novo, Cotonou Attractions: Ouidah Accommodation: Benin Hotels Tourism Office locations and links: Benin Tourism Off-the-Beaten-Path: Parc National de la Pendjari Health Issues: Malaria When to go: May to August are the best months with the least amount of rain Common Phrases: Hello = Bonjour, How are you? = Comment allez-vous?, Good = Bien or Bon, Yes = Oui, Okay = D'accord or OK, No = Non, Thank you = Merci, Please = S'il vous pla�t, Goodbye = Au revoir Specific Events/Holidays: Martyr's Day: January 16, Liberation Day: February 28, Labour Day: May 1, Independence Day: August 1, Republic Day: December 4 Getting Around: Minibuses and taxis are the best way to get around. There is a train line that links certain cities.
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