Benin: DRONE - Benin's floating village Ganvie: Venice of Africa.

SHOTLIST: COTONUO, BENIN (APRIL 27, 2026) 1. VARIOUS OF DRONE SHOTS OF GANVIE VILLAGE ON NOKOUE LAKE COTONUO, BENIN - APRIL 27: Resting along the northern coast of Benin's Lake Nokoué is a quaint fishing village that over the years has become one of the country's most alluring tourist destinations. Ganvie – whose restaurants, bars, bungalows and hotels are situated on the water – has come to be known as the "Venice of Africa." Accroding to legends the village was founded by Tofinu people, whom once escaped from slavery and named the village they settled in to hide from slavers “Ganvie” which means “We are free”. Due to their aquatic surroundings, Tofinu people are also referred “Water People of Benin” . The village which has attracted the attention of tourists in recent years offers an unforgettable experience to its visitors with its extraordinary view.