Porto-Novo, Benin – A Guide Porto-Novo, Benin: A Colourful Capital on Benin’s Gulf Coast Porto-Novo is the official capital of Benin and sits along the Gulf of Guinea in the Ouémé Department. With a heritage shaped by Yoruba, Fon and Otomà influences, the city offers a quieter counterpoint to Benin’s busier commercial hubs. Its tree-lined streets, local markets and historic Read more...

