Suriname | History, Geography, Facts, & Points of Interest
WebMay 17, 2024 · Suriname, country located on the northern coast of South America. Suriname is one of the smallest countries in South America, yet its population is one of the most ethnically diverse in the region.
Suriname - Wikipedia
WebSuriname (/ ˈ s ʊər ɪ n æ m,-n ɑː m / ⓘ SOOR-ih-NAM, - NAHM, Dutch: [syːriˈnaːmə] ⓘ), officially the Republic of Suriname (Dutch: Republiek Suriname [reːpyˌblik ˌsyːriˈnaːmə]), is a country in northern South America, sometimes considered part …
Suriname Overview: Development news, research, data | World Bank
WebApr 17, 2024 · Suriname is a small, natural-resource rich, upper-middle income country in South America with a population of approximately 623,000. The economy is driven by its abundant natural resources, with mining accounting for nearly half of public sector revenue and gold representing more than three quarters of total exports.
Suriname travel - Lonely Planet | South America
WebSuriname. South America. South America's smallest country, Suriname is a warm, dense convergence of rivers that thumps with the lively rhythm of ethnic diversity. From Paramaribo, the country's effervescent Dutch-colonial capital, to the fathomless jungles of the interior, you'll get a genuine welcome to the country – whether from the ...
Suriname Tourism
WebSuriname Tourism Board, our mission is to showcase the vibrant and enchanting beauty of Suriname to the world. Nestled on the northeastern coast of South America, Suriname is a hidden gem that captivates visitors with its pristine rainforests, diverse wildlife, rich cultural heritage, and warm hospitality.
Suriname country profile - BBC News
Web13 November 2023. Suriname, once known as Dutch Guiana, is one of South America's smallest countries. It enjoys a relatively high standard of living but also faces serious political and economic ...
Suriname - World Factbook Glyph
WebSuriname is the smallest nation on the South American continent, with about 580,000 inhabitants; the only Dutch-speaking nation in South America, it has close affinities with the Caribbean, and is a member of the Caribbean Community and Common Market (CARICOM); the country’s fixed-line infrastructure is reasonably reliable in the more ...
Suriname Maps & Facts - World Atlas
WebFeb 25, 2021 · Covering an area of 163,820 sq. km, Suriname is one of the smallest sovereign nations in South America. Situated in the northern part of the country, on the banks of the Suriname River, at the Atlantic coast is, Paramaribo - the capital, the largest and the most populous city of Suriname.
Suriname - Wikiwand
WebSuriname, officially the Republic of Suriname, is a country in northern South America, sometimes considered part of the Caribbean and the West Indies. Situated slightly north of the equator, over 90% of its territory is covered by rainforests, the highest proportion of forest cover in the world.
Suriname - The World Factbook
WebDec 22, 2021 · Background. First explored by the Spaniards in the 16th century and then settled by the English in the mid-17th century, Suriname became a Dutch colony in 1667. With the abolition of African slavery in 1863, workers were brought in from India and Java. The Netherlands granted the colony independence in 1975.