Kétou, Benin

With a population of just 39,626, Kétou is a sleepy Yoruba town that offers little to attract foreign residents. The commune covers a sprawling 2,183 square kilometers, but as the 13th largest settlement in Benin, bureaucracy is a persistent headache. Kétou was conquered by Dahomey in 1886 and later restored by the French, leaving a legacy of complex local politics. For those seeking a quiet, traditional Beninois experience, Kétou may fit the bill - but it offers little in the way of modern amenities or economic opportunities.