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Hoe veilig is het?
3/5
Generally safe for West Africa. Cotonou has petty crime. Northern border areas near Burkina Faso and Niger have security concerns. Tourist infrastructure is limited but improving.
Waarvoor moet ik oppassen qua oplichting?
Taxi overcharging.
Market vendor inflation.
Unofficial guides at Ouidah.
Welke gezondheidsmaatregelen zijn verstandig?
Malaria prophylaxis essential.
Drink bottled water.
Limited medical facilities.
Welke vaccinaties zijn verplicht?
Yellow Fever mandatory.
Hepatitis A, Typhoid recommended.
Malaria prophylaxis essential.
Is kraanwater veilig om te drinken?
Do not drink tap water.
Zijn er actieve reisadviezen?
Avoid northern border areas with Burkina Faso and Niger. Check advisories.
Veiligheidsinformatie is gebaseerd op openbaar beschikbare reisadviezen. Raadpleeg de reisadviesservice van je regering voor de laatste richtlijnen.
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Wat moet ik weten over de cultuur?
Wat moet ik doen?
Visit Ouidah — the spiritual center of voodoo and the Door of No Return.
Explore the Royal Palaces of Abomey (UNESCO).
Try pâte (corn dough) with sauce and grilled fish.
Wat moet ik vermijden?
Don't disrespect voodoo traditions — they are deeply important.
Don't photograph ceremonies without permission.
Don't travel to northern border areas.
Hoe werkt fooi geven?
Small tips appreciated at restaurants and for guides.
Wat is de kledingvoorschrift?
Casual and modest. Colorful local fabrics are worn proudly.
Wat is de religieuze context?
Voodoo originated here and coexists with Christianity and Islam. Respect all traditions deeply. Voodoo ceremonies are sacred — ask before attending.
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