Benin is a country in West Africa. Benin is a great country to visit on any West African itinerary. You’ll find a large quantity of palatial ruins and temples of the once powerful Kingdom of Dahomey (1800s–1894). Moreover, Benin is the birthplace of Vodun (Voodoo) and all that goes with it, and Vodun remains the official religion of the country and is an important part of the life of ordinary Beninese. The national parks of Benin are also well worth a visit for their wildlife. Benin is one of the most stable and safe countries in the region.