Fun facts about Parakou
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Parakou was founded in the 16th century by traders.
Parakou
Benin
Parakou is the largest city in northern Benin, and the third-largest city in the country, with an estimated population of 206,667 people, and capital of the Borgou Department. Administratively, the commune of Parakou makes one of Benin's 77 communes.
From the “History” section
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The name Parakou means 'the city of everyone' in a Dendi word.
Parakou
Benin
Parakou is the largest city in northern Benin, and the third-largest city in the country, with an estimated population of 206,667 people, and capital of the Borgou Department. Administratively, the commune of Parakou makes one of Benin's 77 communes.
From the “Demographics” section
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Parakou is home to the largest market in Benin, Grand Marché Arzeke.
Parakou
Benin
Parakou is the largest city in northern Benin, and the third-largest city in the country, with an estimated population of 206,667 people, and capital of the Borgou Department. Administratively, the commune of Parakou makes one of Benin's 77 communes.
From the “Economy” section
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Wagasi, a type of cow's-milk cheese, is mainly made in Parakou.
Parakou
Benin
Parakou is the largest city in northern Benin, and the third-largest city in the country, with an estimated population of 206,667 people, and capital of the Borgou Department. Administratively, the commune of Parakou makes one of Benin's 77 communes.
From the “Culture” section
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Parakou is one of the 77 official communes of Benin.
Parakou
Benin
Parakou is the largest city in northern Benin, and the third-largest city in the country, with an estimated population of 206,667 people, and capital of the Borgou Department. Administratively, the commune of Parakou makes one of Benin's 77 communes.
From the “Administration” section
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