Case file · Folklore / legend
Pope John Paul II meets the Vodun priests
On 4 February 1993 in Cotonou, Pope John Paul II met leaders of Vodun, a sign of recognition for a religion that missionaries and governments had long tried to suppress.
1993 CE · 6.37, 2.42 · status: official
The account
The same month, Ouidah hosted the 'Ouidah 92' festival of Vodun arts and culture. Benin later recognised Vodun officially and made 10 January a national Vodun day, celebrated with ceremonies on Ouidah beach.