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Paramaribo (/ ˌ p ɑːr ə ˈ m ɑːr i b oʊ /; Dutch: [ˌpaːraːˈmaːriboː] ⓘ; nicknamed Par'bo [citation needed]) 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.
- 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…
- DictionaryPar·a·mar·i·bo/ˌparəˈmarəbō/
- 1. the capital of Suriname, a port on the Atlantic coast; population 252,000 (est. 2007).
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
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.
Learn about the history, architecture and culture of Paramaribo, a former Dutch colonial town in South America. Explore the maps, documents and gallery of the historic inner city, a World Heritage site since 2002.
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May 19, 2024 · Discover the vibrant and diverse city of Paramaribo, the capital of Suriname, with its colonial architecture, rainforest, and culture. Explore the top attractions, tours, and activities in this UNESCO World Heritage Site, from ziplining to sunrise tours.
