Suriname
Suriname is one of the few South American countries where Dutch is spoken. Paramaribo is a modest city with colonial-era buildings, and the interior leads into the Amazon rainforest. Few travelers visit, so it's worth gathering information in advance.
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Paramaribo
Paramaribo is the capital of Suriname, located not far from the Atlantic coast. It's close to plantations growing sugarcane and cacao, making it a great place to enjoy local specialties as well.
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Nieuw Amsterdam
New Amsterdam is a city in Suriname where a mosque and a cathedral stand together along the river. With palm gardens, Independence Square, and museums, it's a pleasant place for a leisurely stroll.
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Top sights in Suriname
Temples & religious sites
Mosque Keizerstraat
A mosque on Keizerstraat in Paramaribo, Suriname, which also serves as the headquarters of the Ahmadiyya Movement. Standing side by side with a synagogue next door, it creates a unique sight.
Temples & religious sites
Saint Peter and Paul Cathedral
A wooden Roman Catholic cathedral and one of Suriname's iconic religious landmarks. Located right in the heart of downtown, it's a place travelers naturally come across along the way.
Nature
Suriname River
Rising in the Guiana Highlands and flowing for 480 km, this river is the lifeline of Suriname. It passes through the Brokopondo Reservoir on its way to Paramaribo, revealing a variety of village scenery along the way.
Temples & religious sites
Arya Diwaker
The largest Hindu temple in Suriname, located in downtown Paramaribo. It draws not only Hindu worshippers but also travelers from around the world.
Parks & gardens
Garden of Palms
A palm garden near the Presidential Palace in Paramaribo, Suriname, with a walking path winding among towering royal palms. Tropical birds and troops of capuchin monkeys can also be spotted, making it a pleasant spot to enjoy nature.
Shopping & districts
Beekhuizen
Once a sugarcane plantation, it now operates as a resort. It's a quiet spot to relax near Paramaribo.
Parks & gardens
Independence Plaza
Independence Plaza is a square in the heart of Paramaribo's historic district. With the Suriname River and the Presidential Palace nearby, it makes for a pleasant walking route to explore together.
Museums & galleries
Surinaams Museum
A museum housed within the remains of an old fort, featuring exhibits on Suriname's history and culture. The fort building itself is also worth exploring.
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