what was benin?
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What was Benin?• The Benin Empire made great achievements in science,
administration, technology, architecture, astronomy and town-planning, but it is most famous for its amazing artworks.• The period from 900-1200 AD saw the Edo people lay the foundations
for what would become the African kingdom of Benin in an area located near modern southern Nigeria. The period covers the first dynasty of the Edo under their rulers the Ogisos.• The Benin Empire was at its height between 1300 and 1700.