Forêt sacrée de Kpassè, Sacred grove in Ouidah, Benin
The 4-hectare forest contains numerous statues representing local deities and features an extensive collection of indigenous trees and medicinal plants.
The forest gained its sacred status when King Kpassè, who founded the Houeda kingdom, mysteriously transformed into an iroko tree during the 14th century.
Local practitioners conduct Vodun ceremonies around specific trees and sculptures, maintaining traditional spiritual connections through rituals and offerings.
Visitors can access the sacred grove from 8:00 AM to 6:30 PM, with entrance fees of 1000 FCFA and mandatory guide accompaniment.
The forest functions as an outdoor contemporary art museum, featuring concrete sculptures by Cyprien Tokoudagba and metal works by the Dakpogan brothers.
GPS coordinates: 6.36463,2.09594
Latest update: September 4, 2025 07:36
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