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Paramaribo Travel Guide
Rustic South America meets European grandeur in Paramaribo. A trip to this northern capital is a trip down the memory lane of the contact between Europe and South America during the European colonization of Suriname from 16th to 17th century. Hundreds of tortured African slaves built this city's historic center from South American resources following Europe's architectural and structural prowess. Such fusion ultimately led to the 2002 UNESCO declaration making Paramaribo a World Heritage Site.
Locally known as "Parbo," Paramaribo was built by the Dutch as a trading post until the English took control of the city in 1630 and in 1650, turning it into Suriname's capital. The city changed hands between the English and the Dutch again until the latter finally won the upper grip on the capital and gave it its independence in 1975.
The city's original street plan remains intact with buildings that illustrate the Dutch touch on traditional local materials. An example of these edifices is the black-and white, waterfront houses near the Suriname River.
As the cauldron of Suriname's diverse cultures, Paramaribo sets the stage for inter-religious dialogue. It is one of the few cities in the world wherein a synagogue sits next to a mosque, even sharing the same parking space. There are also the Arya Dewaker Hindu Temple and the Catholic Cathedral of Sts. Peter and Paul, which are among the largest of their kind in the Caribbean.
Even though the city does not have many attractions and activities, it has modern inns, hotels, international restaurants, bars, and an airport, which may make tourists feel grounded in contemporary civilization especially after encountering Suriname's wilds.
Paramaribo Landmarks:
- Churches (1)
- Clubs (2)
- Restaurants (1)
- Temples (1)
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