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A glimpse into Benin's ancient rituals and cultural heritage
In the ancient town of Ouidah, located in southern Benin, the annual Voodoo Festival unfolds with a vibrant mix of dance, ...
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Vodun Days festival 2025 in Benin hosts diverse collection of musical artists
The Vodun religion, also spelled “Vodou,” originated in the Kingdom of Dahomey, present-day Benin, Nigeria, Togo and Ghana.
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Benin's mecca of spirits and gods draws tourists and followers with famed Voodoo festival
As children dance with great speed and energy in colorful robes, guided by the drumbeats and chants from dance troupes, the ...
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Benin's Women, Pillars Of Voodoo Celebrations
Even in rites reserved for men, women are always there," she explained. Vodun Days, Benin's festival centred around the arts, culture and spirituality of the voodoo cult That said, she deplores a lack ...
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Benin’s mecca of spirits and gods draws tourists and followers with famed Voodoo festival
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 ...