A simple explanation of the Western Africa region of Africa, with information on the cultural history and examples of artwork.

Historical background of the reasons for European exploration of Africa. Tutorial Links to further European trade and exploration.

This site has a large flag of Benin with a history of the flag and a description of the country coat of arms.

Explore the history, capital, flag, climate, terrain, people, economy, and population of Benin on this site.

This site is aimed at primary aged children and is written in appropriate language. There are links to sound files and further resources.

Extremely brief Britannica.com article about Dahomey, a kingdom in western Africa the flourished because of the slave trade.

Explore the geography, history, government and facts of Benin. Maps and current flag are included.

Explore the geography, history, government and facts of Benin. Maps and current flag are included.

Learn about religion in Benin, in this Association of Religion Data Archives country profile, which includes general facts, history, and religious data.

Benin map

Benin map

Benin capital