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    Posted 21 Mar 2025

    1 min read

    Map of Suriname in the South Americ. The map also shows neighbouring countries like Guyana.

    Suriname (Capital: Paramaribo)

    India sends $1 million worth machinery to Suriname to boost Passion fruit industry.

    • Indian diaspora currently constitutes over 27% of Suriname’s population. 

    Political Features

    • Smallest country in South America.
    • Bordering Countries: French Guiana (East), Brazil (South), Guyana (West).
    • Bordering Water Bodies: Atlantic Ocean (North).

    Geographical Features

    • Major mountain ranges: Bakhuys Mountains and Van Asch Van Wijck Mountains. 
    • Highest point: Juliana Top in the Wilhelmina Mountains.
    • Major rivers: Suriname River, Maroni River, Courantyne River etc. 
    • Tags :
    • Suriname
    • South America
    • Paramaribo
    • Bakhuys Mountains
    • Suriname River
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