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Kingdom of Benin

c. 1180 – 1897 CE · about 717 years approximate dates

The Kingdom of Benin, ruled by the Oba from Benin City in what is now southern Nigeria, was renowned for its bronze and ivory art. A British punitive expedition captured the city in 1897.

Key facts

Datesc. 1180 – 1897 CE
RegionWest Africa
ContinentAfrica
CapitalEdo (Benin City)
Religion(s)Edo religion

Before & after

Preceded by

Ife Empire

Sources

Dates follow widely used reference works; many ancient dates are approximate or debated. Neutral summary for general reference.