Royal Palaces of Abomey

Palais royaux d'Abomey
palace in Abomey
#1 in Abomey / #7 in Benin
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by Joachim Huber
/ CC BY-SA 2.0

The Royal Palaces of Abomey in Abomey, Benin, are a group of historic palaces that served as the political and ceremonial centers of the powerful Kingdom of Dahomey from the 17th to the 19th century. These palaces are a testament to the architectural and cultural achievements of the Fon people. The complex includes a series of ten palaces, each built by a different king, and features impressive courtyards, bas-reliefs, and royal tombs.


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