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Public Holiday
Nationwide
Independence Day
Sunday, August 1, 2027
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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, is a center for Vodun religion and has a history linked to the Kingdom of Dahomey. Tourists can explore national parks and beaches, visit artisan markets, and view cultural sites, including ruins and temples. The country is noted for its stable environment in the region.
- August 1: Independence Day (National Holiday)
- January 1: New Year's Day
- January 10: Traditional Day (Fête de Vodoun)
- October 26: Armed Forces Day
About this holiday
Specific details regarding Benin's Independence Day (August 1) are not provided, only that it is observed as a public holiday.