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 ...

At the end of 2024, there was major news in the art world: talks between for the British Museum and the government of Greece over the Parthenon Marbles had reportedly reached advanced stages. If such ...

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 ...

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.

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 ...

Lisa Nandy, the culture secretary, faces mounting calls ... Among the first to pledge to restitute Benin bronzes to Nigeria, for instance, were the universities of Aberdeen and Cambridge.