A couple of years ago I had to travel to a destination I have never assumed existing on the map. But since I am not afraid of the unknown I set off to an adventurous travel to the capital of Suriname, Paramaribo. Probably you are wondering why I had to go there? Well... you are right if you think there was a man involved but this is different story.😃
History and location
As written in Encyclopædia Britannica article:
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. Its economy is dependent on its extensive supply of natural resources, most notably bauxite, of which it is one of the top producers in the world. The southern four-fifths of the country is almost entirely covered with pristine tropical rainforest.
Encyclopædia Britannica, Inc.
Formerly known as Dutch Guiana, Suriname was a plantation colony of the Netherlands that gained its independence on November 25, 1975. From 1980 to 1987 the country was governed by a succession of military regimes. A new civilian constitution was approved in 1987. Another military coup took place in 1990, but the country returned to civilian rule the following year. The capital, Paramaribo, lies 9 miles (15 km) from the Atlantic Ocean on the Suriname River.
Read more about Suriname here: https://www.britannica.com/place/Suriname
What impressed me about Suriname + some photos I took
Since I live in southeastern Europe (here is a story of my homeland: link), I was prepared for a long journey. First flight was to Amsterdam and then another plane to Paramaribo. Overall it took me а day to get there.
I landed with no thoughts about what I've read on the internet, because I wanted to form my own impression of the place. They say the country is not very developed but I say people there have more then us here in Europe. You get so fascinated by the beauty of the endless tropical forest where no mans food has been. And there is no high buildings, only houses up to 3 levels. People in Suriname may live modest but to me they seem to be very happy, because of not being suppressed by the modern way of life.
The front yard of the house where I lived for a month.
The Sunday market where people bring art and
hand made goods for sale.
The guy is definitely having a great marketing strategy
by offering free drinks. 😃
Captured parrot for sale. Actually it is illegal to sell and buy them.
A giant frog we met one night when going back home.
As you may see she is a bit creepy. 😃
On the beach of the Suriname river.
Walking around and exploring the architecture.
Sailing thought the Suriname river to get to the place
where the river meets the Atlantic ocean.
Standing on a piece of land which is like a small border
between the Suriname river on the left and
the Atlantic ocean on the right.
This was my favorite place to visit every day and
just sit there watch the sunset.
Hope you have enjoyed my travel story and if so, please check my other post about my holiday in Dominican Republic: link
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I'd never even heard of this country but it look's beautiful!
Yes, it's like a treasure waiting to be discovered. I will never forget Suriname and if I have the chance I will visit again.
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Thanks for sharing photos and facts about this lovely place. I also have never heard of the country.
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Thanks for sharing this with us. The pictures are amazing. You could have taken me with you though lol.
Next time, I promise! :D
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I have been growing surinam cherries for years, but have never seen pictures of the area. Thank you for that!
Deapite of my visit there, I have never heard of their cherries. :) I will definitely find out more about them. And happy to know you've liked my photos. It is so good when people can exchange new and interesting facts.
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Compared to Bulgaria, what is the cost of living like?
Are there many foreign visitors?
You said
...but then you don't tell us :)
As for the frog. I don't think she is eerie (well, it is strange that she still has her legs), but to me, she looks like she is about to sing.
An opera aria maybe?