Ten districts make up the former Dutch colony known as the Republic of Surname. It is situated in the northern region of South America and borders the North Atlantic Ocean, Brazil, Guyana, and French Guiana. Wanica, Sipaliwini, and Paramaribo are the three most significant provinces. With 163,821 square kilometers of land area, Suriname is the smallest country in South America. The nation is distinguished by a narrow coastal plain and undulating highlands. With a dry season and a brief rainy season spanning from April to July, it has a tropical climate. There are roughly 632,63 million people living there. The capital and most populated city of the nation is Paramaribo, which has a population of over 240,000.Niew Nickerie, Moengo, and Leydorp come next.Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport (PBM) is the biggest international airport. It has the name of Johan Adolf Pengel, the previous prime minister. Through the airport, Suriname is connected to a number of South American towns, including Amsterdam. The customs of Asia, Africa, and Europe have all affected Suriname's extraordinarily diversified culture. There are numerous religions that are followed. The official languages of the nation are Sranang Togo and Dutch. Dutch civil law is the foundation of the legal system. The republican presidential form of government is in place.The president, Chandrikapersad Santokhi, is both the head of state and the head of government. The Suriname dollar (SRD), now at 31.64 USD, is the official currency of the nation. The nation, with its $9 billion GDP and open economy, is the 23rd largest economy in South America. The per capita income of its people is $15,845. Three sectors make up the majority of the GDP: agriculture, industry, and services. The mining industry is the main engine of the economy. 85% of all exports are made up of gold and oil. In addition to lumber, other products shipped include fish, rice, bananas, and lumber.There are many different urban and rural tourist attractions available in Suriname. Its numerous historic sites and its two UNESCO World Heritage Sites have earned it widespread recognition. Key locations include the capital, Paramaribo; the important Surname Nature Reserve; the Galibi Coppename Nature Reserve; and Marienburg, the primary market. Despite having relatively little tourist infrastructure, the nation is still growing as a travel destination. The majority of the 279,000 visitors to the nation each year are from nearby US and European nations.
