Standard TimeWAT |
UTC+1 |
Daylight Saving Time
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Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
IANA Time Zone |
Africa/Porto-Novo |
ABOMEY time compared to Beijing time (China) |
7 hours ahead |
Introduction to Abomey, Benin
Abomey is the capital of the Ancestral Department of the Republic of Benin, located in the south of the country, about 145 kilometers from the economic capital of Cotonou. The city was once the capital of the historically powerful Kingdom of Dahomey in West Africa (c. 1600-1894) and is known for its unique cultural heritage.
Abomey Palace and History
Abomey's most famous landmark is the Abomey Palace, a complex of 12 palaces built by successive kings. Constructed in traditional earthen materials and decorated with beautiful shallow reliefs that tell the history and mythology of the kingdom, the Abomey Palace was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1985 and has become Benin's most important tourist attraction.
Culture and economy
Today Abomey is an important cultural center and agricultural market town. The economy is predominantly agricultural, with corn, cassava and palms grown. The city retains a strong traditional atmosphere and is a must-visit place to learn about Benin's history, voodoo culture and the glorious past of the Kingdom of Dahomey.
ABOMEY Sunrise/Sunset Today,
Today is 2026-02-25
Sunrise Time
07:06
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Sunset Time
19:03
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