Ouidah
Ouidah is a city in Benin, located in the Atlantique Department. Situated on the coast of the Gulf of Guinea, it is a significant historical and cultural center. Historically, Ouidah was a major port for the transatlantic slave trade, a role that has deeply marked its identity and is memorialized through various sites, including the Door of No Return. The city was once an independent kingdom before becoming a vital trading post for European powers, particularly France.
Beyond its somber history, Ouidah is also renowned as a spiritual center for the Vodou religion, which
Economically, Ouidah's port was historically crucial for trade. Today, while tourism plays a role, especially in