Geography
Benin is in Western Africa, Africa. Its listed coordinates are 9.5, 2.25; it has Burkina Faso, Niger, Nigeria, Togo.
Neighboring countries: Burkina Faso, Niger, Nigeria, Togo
Africa
Benin
Benin is a country in Western Africa. Learn its capital, flag, population, area, currency, language, geography, culture, food, famous places, travel facts, and FAQs.
Quick Facts
- Capital
- Porto-Novo
- Continent
- Africa
- Region
- Western Africa
- Population
- 13.2 million
- Area
- 112,622 km²
- Currency
- West African CFA franc (XOF)
- Official language
- French
- Calling code
- +229
- Internet TLD
- .bj
- Time zone
- UTC+01:00
Benin map preview: 9.50, 2.25
People and Culture
Benin uses French in this dataset. Culture, traditions, education, sport, arts, and daily life can vary by region, language community, and local history, so deeper cultural notes should be checked with reliable local sources.
Food: Food culture in Benin varies by region and community. This profile avoids naming specific dishes unless they have been reviewed from a dedicated source, making it a safe starting point for classroom or travel research.
Short History
Benin is recorded with the official name Republic of Benin. This profile uses country database fields for quick reference and links the country to its region, capital, identifiers, and basic geography. Detailed historical timelines should be checked with dedicated historical sources when used for formal research.
Famous Places and Travel Facts
Famous places
- Porto-Novo
- Western Africa cultural and historic sites
- Africa map and regional landmarks
Travel facts
- Capital or main administrative city: Porto-Novo
- Time zone data: UTC+01:00
- Check official sources for entry, safety, and transport information.
Fun facts
- Benin is grouped under Africa.
- Benin has a listed area of 112,622 km².
- Benin is listed as a UN member.
FAQs about Benin
What is the capital of Benin?
The capital of Benin is Porto-Novo.
What continent is Benin in?
Benin is in Africa.
What currency does Benin use?
Benin uses the West African CFA franc.
What language is spoken in Benin?
French is listed for Benin in this database.