General Country Information 🌍
| Capital | Paramaribo |
| Country | Suriname |
| Currency | Surinamese dollar |
| Main religion | Christianity |
In numbers… 📐
| Female | 50.2% |
| Gdp | $5.551 billion |
| Size | 163,820 km² |
| Population | 591,919 |
| Population density | 3.6 people/km² |
| Kids per female | 2.3 |
| City population | 60% |
Weather ⛅
| Winter | 26∘C |
| Summer | 32∘C |
Language and Education 🔬
| Main Language | Dutch |
| Population able to read | 99.9% |
| Population with a college degree | 10.5% |
| Population able to speak english | 58.1% |
Well-being 💉
| Air quality | 64 (AQI) |
| Is tab water drinkable? | yes |
Safety 👮
| LGBT friendly? | No |
| Crime | 5.2/10 |
Transportation ✈️
| Driving side | Right |
| Main airline | Surinam Airways |
| Main airport | Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport |
Costs and Prices 🤑
| Cash required for everyday purchases | yes |
Prices for Everyday Goods 💰
| Item | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Bottle water | $1.5 |
| Cigarettes | $3.5 |
| Burger | $5 |
| Coffee | $2 |
| Beer | $3 |
Accomedation Costs 🛌
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Flat | $350/month |
| Hotel 3 star | $60/night |
| Hotel 5 star | $120/night |
Transportation Costs 🚐
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Cab | $10/10km |
| Petrol | $1.20/l |
| Rental car | $50/day |
| Public transportation | $5/daypass |
| Bike rental | $10/day |
Taxes 💸
| Type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Tax rate | 25% |
| Vat | 12% |
Average Income 💼
| Income | $6000 |
Tipping 💁️
| Is tipping required? | Yes |
| Location | Tipping Amount |
|---|---|
| Cab | 10% |
| Restaurant | 10-15% |
| Bar | 10% |
| Coffeeshop | 10% |
| Services | 10-15% |
Digital 🤖
| Internet speed | 12.6/MBits |
| Tld | .sr |
| Free wifi | 7/10 |
| Population with access to internet | 58.9% |
| Phone mobile data | $10 for 10GB |
Electricity 🔌
| Power grid | 95% (Uptime) |
| Sockets | Type A, B, C, F |
Shopping 🛒
Opening Times 🕰
| Closing days | Sunday |
| Closing times | 6:00 PM |
| Opening times | 8:00 AM |
Most popular Stores 🏪
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| Online shopping | Bol.com |
| Supermarket | Kirpalani |
| Pharmacy | De Surinaamsche Bank |
| Drugstore | De Surinaamsche Bank |
Fun and Relaxation 😃
Bars and Nightlife 🕺
| Closing hour of bars and clubs | Yes, 2:00 AM |
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Nightlife | 7/10 |
| Bars | 6/10 |
Parks and leisure 🎢
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Holiday Parks | 5/10 |
| Public Parks | 7/10 |
| Swimming | 6/10 |
Sports ⚽
| Most popular Sport | Football |
Food 🍕️
| Food Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Roti | A flatbread filled with various curries, meats, and vegetables | $5-10 |
| Bami | Noodles stir-fried with vegetables, meat, and a sweet and savory sauce | $5-8 |
| Nasi | Rice cooked with vegetables, meat, and a variety of spices | $5-8 |
| Pom | Fried plantains | $3-5 |
| Moksi alesi | A mixed dish of rice, beans, meats, and vegetables | $5-8 |
| Saoto soup | A spicy beef soup with noodles and vegetables | $4-6 |
| Heriheri | A cornmeal porridge with fish or chicken | $3-5 |
| Pasteitjes | Small, savory pastries filled with meat, fish, or vegetables | $1-2 |
| Pindasoep | A peanut soup with chicken or pork | $4-6 |
| Bruine bonen | Brown beans cooked with smoked herring | $4-6 |
Drinks 🍻️
| Drink Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Parbo Bier | A local beer, brewed in Suriname | $2.50 |
| Fernandes Rum | A local rum, made from sugarcane | $3.00 |
| Borgoe | A fermented drink made from cassava | $2.00 |
| Awara | A fruit juice made from the awara fruit | $2.50 |
| Ginger Beer | A non-alcoholic drink made from ginger | $1.50 |
Souvenirs 👜
| Souvenir | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Parbo Beer | A local beer that is popular in Suriname | $2-3 |
| Surinamese Rum | A local rum that is made from sugarcane | $10-15 |
| Coffee | Suriname is known for its coffee, which is grown in the interior of the country | $5-10 |
| Wood carvings | Suriname is home to many skilled wood carvers, who create beautiful pieces of art | $20-50 |
| Textiles | Suriname has a rich textile tradition, and you can find beautiful fabrics and clothing made from local materials | $10-20 |
| Jewelry | Suriname is home to many goldsmiths, who create beautiful jewelry from gold, silver, and other metals | $50-100 |
| Handicrafts | Suriname has a variety of handicrafts, such as baskets, pottery, and hammocks | $5-20 |
| Souvenir T-shirts | A great way to remember your trip to Suriname | $10-15 |
Holidays 🍹
| Holiday Name | Time | Description |
|---|---|---|
| New Year’s Day | January 1 | Celebrates the start of the new year |
| Holi Phagwa | March | Hindu festival of colors |
| Good Friday | March/April | Commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus Christ |
| Easter Monday | March/April | Celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ |
| Labor Day | May 1 | Honors workers and their contributions |
| Independence Day | November 25 | Commemorates Suriname’s independence from the Netherlands in 1975 |
| Christmas Day | December 25 | Celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ |
| Boxing Day | December 26 | Day after Christmas, often celebrated with gift-giving and family gatherings |
News 📰
| Medium | Name |
|---|---|
| Newspaper | De Ware Tijd |
| Online news | Starnieuws |
| Tv | ATV |
| Radio | Radio 10 |