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Explore Vodun, the ancient West African religion with rich spiritual practices, deities, and vibrant traditions. Discover its profound cultural impact and global influence.
While the largest is in Togo, similar, smaller markets exist throughout Benin, offering various animal parts, herbs, and effigies for traditional Vodun practices. These markets are central to the religion's spiritual economy and provide essential materials for rituals.
Vodun, the traditional religion, is widely practiced and deeply embedded in the culture of Benin, with an estimated 17% of the population adhering to it. It was brought to the Americas, including Haiti, through the transatlantic slave trade, where it evolved into various forms.
