Zou Department facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Zou
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Abomey royal palace wall
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Map highlighting the Zou Department
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| Country |  Benin |
| Capital | Abomey |
| Area | |
| • Total | 5,243 km2 (2,024 sq mi) |
| Population
(2013 census)
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| • Total | 851,623 |
| • Density | 162.430/km2 (420.69/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (WAT) |
Zou is one of the twelve departments in the country of Benin. It is located in the southern part of Benin. Think of a department like a large region or state within a country.
Zou is home to many people, with a population of over 850,000 recorded in 2013. Its capital city is Abomey, which is a very important historical place in Benin.
Where is Zou Located?
Zou is found in the central-southern part of Benin. It covers an area of about 5,243 square kilometers. This makes it one of the larger departments in the country.
Cities and Towns in Zou
The department of Zou is divided into several smaller areas called communes. These communes are like local districts or towns. The main communes in Zou include:
- Abomey (the capital)
- Agbangnizoun
- Bohicon
- Cové
- Djidja
- Ouinhi
- Za-Kpota
- Zangnanado
- Zogbodomey
These communes help manage the local areas and provide services to the people living there.
Images for kids
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Celebration at Abomey
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Communes of Zou
See also
In Spanish: Departamento de Zou para niños
