Djougou

Djougou is the largest city in northwestern Benin. It is an important market town. The commune covers an area of 3,966 square kilometres and as of 2002 had a population of 181,895 people.

Djougou
Commune and city
Djougou
Location in Benin
Coordinates: 9°42′N 1°40′E
Country Benin
DepartmentDonga Department
Area
  Total3,966 km2 (1,531 sq mi)
Elevation
431 m (1,414 ft)
Population
 (2009)
  Total237,040
Time zoneUTC+1 (WAT)

Djougou is home to a constituent monarchy.

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