Flights from Bhubaneswar to Benin

Serving as the capital of the Indian state of Odisha, Bhubaneswar is a heritage destination that is renowned for its ancient temples and classical architecture. The Old Town of this city presents a collection of nearly 400 Hindu temples, making it a must-visit part of the city on any trip to Bhubaneswar. Built in the 11th Century, Lingaraj Temple is one of the major attractions of this city. The presence of Bindu Sarovara- a huge water body greatly enhances the beauty of the city. Another important place of tourist interest is Dhauli Giri- a picturesque hill, located around eight km away from the city. This site is popular as the place where Emperor Ashoka renounced violence after waging the Kalinga War and embraced Buddhism. Nandankanan Zoo presents a rare biodiversity for the visitors to explore. The Museum of Tribal Art & Artefacts is an interesting place to visit on a Bhubaneswar tour. Other popular places that can keep tourists engaged in sightseeing for days are Khandagiri and Udayagiri, Mukteshwara Temple, Rajarani Temple, Odisha State Museum and Deras Dam. To make the best use of time and resources during a stay here, it would be wise for travellers to pick a suitable travel package from MakeMyTrip.

Benin in Western Africa is a unique country with five different landscapes. With coasts, lagoons, plateaus, mountains and plains, the country has two distinct climate zones. The southern zone comprises an equatorial climate, while the northern zone features only dry and rainy seasons. Koutammakou, a vast UNESCO Heritage Site, in northern Benin extends to the neighbouring country, Togo. The traditional Tata Somba houses are part of this unique cultural landscape. Pendjari National Park, a major wildlife destination in the entire continent, is home to the endangered West African lions, elephants and Egyptian plover. A safari here is a must. In southern Benin, Abomey is a must-visit city for history buffs. This former capital of Dahomey Kingdom, when Benin was named Dahomey, the city is known for its historical structures dating back to the 17th century. The Royal Palaces of Abomey together constitute a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Another culturally important city in southern Benin, along the Gulf of Guinea, is Quidah. The Temple of Pythons is a major spiritual attraction comprising about 60 docile Royal Pythons whom the locals revere. Benin is also popular for Ganvie - the largest lake village in Africa. It comprises about 3000 stilt houses on Lake Nokoué. The economic capital of Benin is Cotonou. It is filled with nightclubs and restaurants. Le Repaire de Bacchus is a famous club, while Pili Pili is a crowd favourite restaurant serving local delicacies. Grand Marché du Dantokpa is a popular shopping area with a large number of stalls. If you plan to visit Benin, book a flight and hotel through MakeMyTrip. You will enjoy great discounts on accommodation and airfare throughout the year.