The Vodun religion, also spelled “Vodou,” originated in the Kingdom of Dahomey, present-day Benin, Nigeria, Togo and Ghana.

Welcome to the ancient town of Ouidah, in southern Benin, a mecca of gods and spirits where the celebration of the annual ...

As children dance with great speed and energy in colorful robes, guided by the drumbeats and chants from dance troupes, the gods and spirits that are evident all around the arena are beckoned upon by ...

Welcome to the ancient town of Ouidah, in southern Benin, a mecca of gods and spirits ... “It is to come back and live their culture, art and spirituality for those who practice Voodoo ...

Voodoo worshippers are seen at the beach in Ouidah, Benin, Saturday, Jan. 11, 2025. (AP Photo/Sunday Alamba) “It is to come back and live their culture, art and spirituality for those who ...

OUIDAH, Benin — As children dance with great speed ... “It is to come back and live their culture, art and spirituality for those who practice Voodoo,” said Houetchenou.

OUIDAH, Benin (AP) — The festival gained popularity ... “It is to come back and live their culture, art and spirituality for those who practice Voodoo,” said Houetchenou.

In the ancient town of Ouidah, located in southern Benin, the annual Voodoo Festival unfolds with a vibrant mix of dance, ...

Benin's Ouidah has celebrated its annual Voodoo ... “It is to come back and live their culture, art and spirituality for those who practice Voodoo,” said Houetchenou. The festival gained ...