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1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › CotonouCotonou - Wikipedia

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   Cotonou (French pronunciation:; Fon: Kútɔ̀nú) is the largest city in Benin. Its official population count was 679,012 inhabitants in 2012; however, over two million people live in the larger urban area.

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3. www.britannica.com › place › CotonouCotonou | Benin, Map, & Facts | Britannica

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   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.

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4. en.wikivoyage.org › wiki › CotonouCotonou – Travel guide at Wikivoyage

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   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. The French were given permission to build a trading post, until they were given the region altogether in 1868. The city was used to defend against the British in their conquests.

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   • 1. the largest city, chief port, and commercial and political center of Benin, on the coast of West Africa; population 719,912 (2006).

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6. beyondbabeesh.com › the-absolute-best-things-to-do8 of the Absolute Best Things to do in Cotonou, Benin

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   • The Dantokpa Market. This place is HUGE and definitely tops my list of things to do in Cotonou. There are so many colors and smells and things to see among the planned chaos.
   • Notre Dame des Apotres Cathedral. There are a lot of Catholics in Benin, and they have a really unique Cathedral in the center of Cotonou. It is unique enough to be included in my list of things to do in Cotonou!
   • The Artisanal Center. This is a market geared towards tourists and is the place to go to buy souvenirs and gifts for family and friends. Although the big Dantokpa Market is the more exciting place to visit, you will have a hard time finding souvenirs there.
   • See L’étoile Rouge. You pretty much can’t avoid this giant monument in the center of Cotonou. You may need to go to it to find a bush taxi to take you to other parts of the country!

7. trip101.com › article › things-to-do-in-cotonou10 Best Things To Do In Cotonou, Benin | Trip101

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   • Appreciate African art at Fondation Zinsou. Fondation Zinsou is an exhibition space geared for African artists. It started in 2005 in order to share cultural, social, educational, and artistic parts of Beninese history with its own people as well as the rest of the world.
   • Find your next favourite talisman at Dantokpa Market. Dantokpa Market is the largest open-air market in the entirety of West Africa. It was first set up in 1963 and presently spans more than 20 ha (49.4 ac) of market space.
   • Get sand in between your toes at Fidjirosse Beach. Fidjirosse Beach is a small beach that is perfect for spending your day or evening, especially if you’re travelling with friends or couples.
   • Soak in the tranquility at the Cotonou Cathedral. The Cotonou Cathedral, known also as Notre Dame de Misericorde (French for mercy) is the largest church in Cotonou, Benin.

8. theculturetrip.com › africa › beninThe Top Things To See And Do In Cotonou Benin - Culture Trip

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   May 5, 2023 · Discover the vibrant port city of Cotonou and its surroundings, from the largest open-air market in West Africa to the world's only town on stilts. Learn about the sacred Vodun religion, visit the historic slave route and enjoy the tropical scenery and beach resorts.

9. www.tripadvisor.com › Attractions-g297314THE 15 BEST Things to Do in Cotonou - Tripadvisor

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   By NorthStar40149. It is a beautiful and relaxing place to eat, drink or swim in the lake. The landscape is very authentic, the trip by... 2. Marche Dantokpa. 63. Flea & Street Markets. By Shimnik. Merchants mainly ell multicolored fabrics, foodstuff, alcoholic beverages, clothes and shoes, household electrical...