The Royal Béhanzin National Festival is an annual celebration commemorating King Béhanzin, one of the most important historical figures in Benin. He was the last ruler of the independent Kingdom of Dahomey and resisted French colonial occupation. The festival includes a variety of activities, including parades, cultural performances, and presentations focusing on the life and legacy of King Béhanzin. Tourists can participate in these events to learn more about Benin's history, culture, and anticolonial resistance.