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Posted 21 Mar 2025

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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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