Benin is a small West Africa country with a high concentration of tourist attractions, Its national parks and culture are among its main tourist attractions. Abomey is one of Benin's main tourist attractions, with palaces that became a World Heritage Site in 1982. The capital city Porto Novo 's attractions include its museums and architecture.
Some of the best wildlife areas in West Africa are found in north Benin, where Pendjari National Park and W National Park are located. The best time to see the Pendjari National Park's wildlife is towards the end of the dry season. The park is accessible to travellers and accommodation is available. W National Park is located in Benin's far north, and stretches across Burkina Faso and Niger . The park has a wealth of wildlife, but is difficult to access from Benin.
Cotonou
is the only international airport in Benin. There are direct flights to Benin from Belgium, France, and a number of African countries. There are 578 kilometres of railroad in the country, which were developed under a joint effort with the Republic of Niger.
Benin's government regards tourism as a method of diversifying its economy, attracting more foreign investment, and decreasing Benin's dependence on its agricultural industry. Although the government has a National Policy of Tourism Development, it has not made a strong effort to improve tourist facilities or to market Benin as a tourist destination.

If you are looking for an unusual, affordable vacation, be sure to put Benin on your "Agenda Africa for the coming year. Benin is an enchanting West African nation roughly the size of Pennsylvania, yet it is a complete destination with enough variety to fill your vacation.  Benin is an hospitable country, safe and a friendly place to expolre. After ganing indepence from France since 1960. Today, Benin is multi-party democraty. The President who is the head of the government and chief o state, is elected for a five year term. In 1999, voters went to the polls and elected members of parliament, reinfocing the stable political atmosphere.

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INFORMATION DATA SHEET
(Actually based on the year 2007)

Geography
Official language French
Other key languages Fon, Adja, Bariba, Yoruba, Fulani, Somba, Aizo
Major religious groups Ethnic, Christian, Muslim
Capital Porto Novo (nominal),Cotonou (political & economic)
Population 9.0 m
Land area 112,622 km²
Population density (people/km²) 79.9

Key economic data
GDP US$ 4.7 bn
GDP per capita US$ 522
PPP GDP per capita n/a
Average Real GDP growth 2000-06 3.8%
Agriculture 32.1%
Key exports Cotton & textiles, re-exports
Key imports Food, petroleum products

Tax indicators

Companies:
• Company tax: Resident companies 38%(standard rate)
(35% mining activities), 55% (oil companies)
• Company tax: Non-resident companies
38% the rate is applied after a 60% deduction on the amount paid
• Secondary Tax on Companies (STC)/ n/a
• General sales tax n/a
• Value-added tax 18%

Individuals:
• Fiscal year end 31 December
• Individual marginal tax rate (maximum) 60%
• Basis of taxation Source-based, Residence based

Withholding tax:
• Interest 15%
• Dividends 10% (common rate), 9% (Benin branch of foreign companies
• Royalties (See the tax rate concerning non resident companies)
Exchange controls Exist
Double tax treaties Exist
Capital gains tax No special tax

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