Suriname country

 

 

Suriname Capital: Paramaribo

Suriname Dialing code: +597

Suriname Airport code: PBM

Suriname Continent: South America

Suriname Area: 63,251sq mi  (163,270 km2)

Suriname Currency:  Surinamese dollar

Suriname Official Language:  Dutch

Suriname Population: 63.4 Lakhs (Approx.)

Suriname National Day: 25 November

Suriname National Animal: No official

Suriname National Bird: No official

Suriname National Fruit: Milk fruit

Suriname National Flower:  Jungle geranium

Suriname National Tree: No official

Suriname National Sport: Football

Suriname Time zone: UTC -3 ( GMT -3)

Suriname Driving side: Left side of the road

 

Suriname Flag:

The red stripes represent spirit, the Yellow stars represent unity, the Green and white stripes represent agriculture and freedom, and the red and green color represent Suriname country's political parties.

Culture of Suriname:

The majority of Suriname has African and Asian influences. Their culture is mixed with African and Asian cultures. Suriname is both rich in culture and poor in some areas. Three religions in Suriname are Christianity, Hinduism, and Islam

The people are generally friendly and welcoming to visitors. Mixed with European and Asian influences it attracts visitors. Suriname is full of seas.

Must visit places in Suriname:

• Jodensavanne
• Commewijne River
• St. Peter and Paul Cathedral
• Plantation Reynsdorp (Bakkie)

Traditional Festivals in suriname:

• Owru yari
• Keti Koti
• Surifesta
• Eid al-Adha

Suriname Must-try Foods:

• Moksi Alesi
• Afingie
• Heri Heri
• Roti

Weather in Suriname:

Summer: August-December

Rain: April-August Mid

Winter: December-February

Economics of Suriname:

Suriname is more dependent on Mining. Its GDP is $3.8 billion (approximately), ranking it 173rd in the world. This country has 85% debt. Suriname main income source is Agriculture.

Suriname imports Petroleum, Machinery, Cloth, and Wood. Its exports are metals, copper, silver, natural gas, and agriculture.

Peru's export and import partners, the Netherlands, Trinidad and Tobago, the United States, Switzerland, UAE, and Belgium are also partners.

Sports in Suriname:

Football is the most popular and national sport in Suriname. Football, Basketball, Volleyball, swimming, and athletics are popular sports in Suriname.

Transport in Suriname:

How many airports in Suriname:

There are 12 airports including international, private, and domestic. Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport is the biggest airport in Peru.

Suriname main public transport modes include buses, airlines, rail, and waterways. These are low-cost ways to get around.

How many countries travel without visas to Suriname?

There are 49 countries without visas. It grants 36 e-visas and 29 on-arrival visas. A visa is required for 112 countries.

The passport ranks 52 in the world.

Defense in Suriname:

Suriname is the safest country in the world. The Army, the Air Force, the Navy, and the National Police of Suriname have limited powers of 2,500 (approx...) active duty personnel, and people protecting their country. $0.00 billion approx. budget of defense. The rank of defense in the world is 143.

Suriname country is the fourth among the world's least powerful militaries

Suriname Interesting Facts:

• Nearly 50% Of Suriname’s Population Lives in Suriname's capital.
• It Is One Of Two South American Countries With Left-side Driving
• Suriname Has Only One Cinema