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Paramaribo • America/Paramaribo

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Country Information

Capital
Paramaribo
Population
223,757
Area
163,820 km²
Largest City
Paramaribo
Daylight Saving Time (DST)
Not Observed
ISO Code
SR / SUR
Time Zones
1 zone
Languages
Dutch
Currency
Surinamese Dollar ($) - $100
Coordinates
Decimal:5.8664, -55.1668
DMS:5°51′59″N, 55°10′01″W
Elevation
Highest:1,230 m
Lowest:-2 m
Average:614 m
International Dialing Code
+597

Time Zones

• America/Paramaribo| SRT (UTC-3)

Geographic Extremes

Northernmost
Paramaribo
Southernmost
Paramaribo
Easternmost
Paramaribo
Westernmost
Paramaribo

About Suriname

•Suriname is known for its diverse cultural heritage, influenced by its indigenous peoples, African, Dutch, Indian, and Javanese communities.
•The country gained independence from the Netherlands on November 25, 1975.
•Suriname is home to the largest tropical rainforest in South America, which is part of the Amazon basin.
•The official language of Suriname is Dutch, making it the only Dutch-speaking country in South America.
•The Maroon communities in Suriname, descendants of enslaved Africans who escaped to the interior, have a rich cultural tradition that includes unique music and dance.
•The country is famous for its biodiversity, with numerous protected areas that are home to various species of flora and fauna.
•Suriname's economy is heavily reliant on natural resources, including gold, oil, and bauxite.
•The capital city, Paramaribo, features colonial architecture and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
•Festivals such as the Javanese Festival and the Afro-Surinamese Keti Koti celebration reflect the multicultural fabric of Surinamese society.
•The Surinamese Constitution guarantees freedom of religion, resulting in a variety of religious practices, including Christianity, Islam, and Hinduism.
•The country has a unique tradition of 'srefidensi' or Surinamese independence, celebrated annually to commemorate freedom and national identity.
•Suriname's interior is predominantly covered by dense rainforest and is sparsely populated, leading to significant areas of unspoiled nature.
•The Surinamese cuisine is a blend of different cultures, featuring dishes that include rice, cassava, and various meats, often flavored with spices.
•The country has a multicultural population, with significant groups of Hindus, Muslims, and Christians coexisting peacefully.

Cities in Suriname

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