Discover 4 hidden attractions, cool sights, and unusual things to do in Parakou (Benin). Don't miss out on these must-see attractions: Musée en Plein Air de Parakou, 2nd arrondissement of Parakou, and 3rd arrondissement of Parakou. Also, be sure to include 1st arrondissement of Parakou in your itinerary.
Below, you can find the list of the most amazing places you should visit in Parakou (Borgou).
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Musée en Plein Air de Parakou
Also known as: Musée ethnographique et de plein air de Parakou
Museum in Parakou, Benin. Musée en Plein Air de Parakou is a museum located approximately 1.5 kilometres south of the centre of the city Parakou, Benin in the suburbs. The museum consists of five circular complexes representing the traditional housing of the local Batanou peoples. The museum as of 2006 was in difficulty given that it lacks the funds and maintenance to allow it to fulfill its potential as a showcase. The museum charges a CFA franc 1500 entrance fee.[1]
2nd arrondissement of Parakou
The 2nd arrondissement of Parakou is an arrondissement in the Borgou Department of Benin. It is an administrative division under the jurisdiction of the commune of Parakou. According to the population census conducted by the Institut National de la Statistique Benin on February 15, 2002, the arrondissement had a total population of 45,765.[2]
3rd arrondissement of Parakou
The 3rd arrondissement of Parakou is an arrondissement in the Borgou Department of Benin. It is an administrative division under the jurisdiction of the commune of Parakou. According to the population census conducted by the Institut National de la Statistique Benin on February 15, 2002, the arrondissement had a total population of 37,060.[3]
1st arrondissement of Parakou
The 1st arrondissement of Parakou is an arrondissement in the Borgou Department of Benin. It is an administrative division under the jurisdiction of the commune of Parakou. According to the population census conducted by the Institut National de la Statistique Benin on February 15, 2002, the arrondissement had a total population of 66,994.[4]