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Paramaribo (/ ˌ p ɑːr ə ˈ m ɑːr i b oʊ /; Dutch: [ˌpaːraːˈmaːriboː] ⓘ) is the capital and largest city of Suriname, located on the banks of the Suriname River in the Paramaribo District. Paramaribo has a population of roughly 241,000 people (2012 census), almost half of Suriname's population. [1]
Paramaribo, largest city, capital, and chief port of Suriname. It lies on the Suriname River 9 miles (15 km) from the Atlantic Ocean. Paramaribo is built on a shingle reef that stands 16 feet (5 meters) above the river at low tide. Access from the ocean is limited by a sandbar that allows a depth.
- The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica
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- The top attractions to visit in Paramaribo are: Fort Zeelandia Saint-Peter-and-Paul Basilica of Paramaribo Commewijne River Brownsberg Nature Park...
- The best outdoor activities in Paramaribo according to Tripadvisor travelers are: Commewijne River Palmentuin Brownsberg Nature Park Paramaribo Zoo...
- The best day trips from Paramaribo according to Tripadvisor travelers are: Full-Day Guided Commewijne Plantation Tour by Car Neotropical Butterfly...
- The most popular things to do in Paramaribo with kids according to Tripadvisor travelers are: Commewijne River Palmentuin Independence Square (Onaf...
- Fort Zeelandia. Inside well-restored Fort Zeelandia, a star-shaped, 18th-century fort built on the site where the first colonists alighted, is the worthwhile Stichting…
- Saint Peter & Paul Cathedral-Basilica. Commonly called 'the Cathedral,' this gorgeously restored building was designated a Minor Basilica by Pope Francis in 2014.
- Onafhankelijkheidsplein. Surrounding the centrally located Onafhankelijkheidsplein (Independence Square) are the contrasting stately 18th-century Presidential Palace – open to the…
- Central Market. The frenzied and fascinating central market is divided into distinct areas: the meat, fish, fruit and vegetable sections on the lower floor and a less…
Paramaribo, often called Par'bo, is the lively capital and only city of the sparsely inhabited country of Suriname. Home to about 240,000 people (2012), or over half of the country's population, this laid-back South American gem lies 15 km from the Atlantic Ocean.
Book a city tour of Paramaribo and learn about the history of the various traditional buildings; in Paramaribo, every wall has a special story. The city, as Paramaribo is called by locals, is located on the west bank of the Suriname River and borders the districts of Commewijne, Wanica, and Saramacca. It is the smallest district by area but ...
Dec 30, 2023 · Explore Paramaribo, the capital city of Suriname, with its rich history, stunning architecture, and diverse cuisine. Discover a captivating blend of Dutch colonial influences, Caribbean vibes, and indigenous traditions.