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Public Holiday
Nationwide
Eid al-Fitr (estimated)
Saturday, February 26, 2028
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🏪 What's open
- Banks Closed
- Government offices Closed
- Schools Closed
- Shops Varies
- Restaurants Varies
- Public transit Reduced
- Stock market Closed
- Post office Closed
📣 Traveler notes
Benin, located in West Africa, features rich history, including ruins from the Kingdom of Dahomey (1800s–1894). The country is significant for its culture, which is deeply intertwined with Vodun (Voodoo). Attractions include sites related to Vodun, the historical slave trade, national parks for wildlife, and the Grand Popo ocean beach. Benin is noted for its relative stability in the region.
- January 1: New Year's Day
- January 10: Traditional Day (Fête de Vodoun)
- August 1: Independence Day
- October 26: Armed Forces Day
- Respect local culture and practices, especially those associated with Vodun.
About this holiday
Eid al-Fitr is an estimated holiday celebrated in Benin.