Suriname
Geographical & General info
- Capital: Paramaribo
- Population: approx. 620,000
- Languages: Dutch (official), Sranan Tongo
- Area: 163,820 km²
- Time Zone: UTC-3 (SRT)
- Currency: Surinamese dollar (SRD)
- Flag colors: Green, white, red, yellow
- National Day: November 25 (Independence Day)
- National Anthem: God zij met ons Suriname
- Neighboring countries: Guyana, Brazil, French Guiana
Top 15 Largest cities
- Paramaribo
- Lelydorp
- Nieuw-Nickerie
- Moengo
- Meerzorg
- Nieuw-Amsterdam
- Mariënburg
- Wageningen
- Albina
- Groningen
- Brownsweg
- Onverwacht
- Totness
- Brokopondo
- Apoteri
Top 15 Attractions
- Historic Inner City of Paramaribo & Fort Zeelandia
- Central Suriname Nature Reserve
- Voltzberg & Raleighvallen
- Brokopondo Reservoir
- Galibi Nature Reserve (Sea Turtles)
- Brownsberg Nature Park
- Commewijne River & Historic Plantations
- Jodensavanne
- Peperpot Nature Park
- Garden of Palms (Palmentuin)
- Fort Nieuw-Amsterdam
- Blanche Marie Falls
- Bigi Pan Nature Reserve
- Fredberg
- Berg en Dal Eco & Jungle Resort
Climate and Nature
Suriname features a tropical rainforest climate marked by high humidity and consistently warm temperatures. Over 90% of its land area is covered in pristine primary rainforest, supporting extraordinary biodiversity that includes jaguars, giant otters, and hundreds of bird species.
Culture and Gastronomy
Surinamese culture is a vibrant melting pot of Creole, East Indian, Javanese, Maroon, Chinese, Indigenous, and European traditions. This diversity is celebrated through its famous cuisine, featuring signature dishes like 'Roti', 'Moksi Alesi', 'Saoto Soup', and 'Bakbana'.
Economy
Suriname's economy relies heavily on resource extraction, particularly gold, oil, and bauxite. Forestry, agriculture (rice and bananas), and eco-tourism also play key roles in its developing economy.
Did you know?
- With over 90% forest cover, Suriname is recognized as one of the most forested countries in the world?
- In the capital Paramaribo, a synagogue and a mosque sit peacefully side by side on Keizerstraat?
- Suriname is the only nation on the South American continent where Dutch is the official language?
- The historic inner city of Paramaribo is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, famed for its unique wooden architecture?
- The beaches of Galibi serve as a vital nesting ground for giant leatherback sea turtles every year?
Live footage: Discover Suriname via webcams and livestreams
Watch the most current webcams in Suriname and enjoy real-time footage from beautiful locations. Whether you want to check the current weather, see the crowds at points of interest, or simply want to daydream with a livestream from Suriname: our interactive map points you to the best camera viewpoints.
All webcam locations in Suriname: Weather & Info
In the list below you'll find all available webcams from Suriname in alphabetical order. Click on a city for the full live connection, current temperature, wind speed and local weather conditions for that specific place.
