- Cotonou - Wikipedia
Cotonou is the seat of government of the Republic of Benin, where most of the government buildings are situated, government departments operate and foreign embassies are located, but the official capital, where the national legislature sits, is the smaller city of Porto-Novo
- Cotonou | Benin, Map, Facts | Britannica
Cotonou, port city and de facto capital of Benin It is situated along the Gulf of Guinea Originally part of the Dahomey Kingdom, it is the starting point of the so-called Benin-Niger Railway, which extends northward 273 miles (439 km) into the interior but ends in the middle of Benin at Parakou
- THE 15 BEST Things to Do in Cotonou (2026) - Tripadvisor
Top Things to Do in Cotonou, Benin - Cotonou Attractions Top Things to Do in Cotonou Check out must-see sights and activities: Bab's Dock, Marche Dantokpa, Cultural Tours, Beaches For personalized recommendations, try our AI trip-planning product
- 8 Best Things to Do in Cotonou: A Complete Travel Guide
Whether you’re a history buff, a food lover, or an adventurer, Cotonou offers a mix of experiences that cater to all kinds of travelers Here are the 8 best things to do in this dynamic city
- Cotonou, Benin: What to Know Before You Go (and What’s Worth Your Time)
Cotonou shows you what people value, what they remember, and what’s changing in real time This is my honest, on-the-ground guide to Cotonou for travelers who want more than a landing point and a hotel
- Cotonou – Travel guide at Wikivoyage
Cotonou is the largest city in Benin and the country's primary port of entry for visitors The city is in the south of the country, on the coastline In the Fon language, the word 'cotonou' means "the mouth of the river of death" The area was settled as a fishing village during the time of the Dahomey Kingdom
- 12 Things to Do in Cotonou - Bonsvoyagesetc
Porto-Novo is the official capital of Benin, the city that draws all the attention is Cotonou This is where economic and cultural life is in full swing, and it’s also where you’ll land when you arrive in the country Cotonou naturally becomes the first stop for most trips to Benin
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