6 JUNE, 2023
Adhya Moona
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India's President Droupadi Murmu received Suriname's highest civilian award, the Grand Order of the Chain of Yellow Star.
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President Murmu & Suriname President Santokhi celebrated 150 years of the arrival of Indians to Suriname on June 5. The first group of Indians who came to Suriname were aboard the Lalla Rookh.
The Republic of Suriname is a small country on the northeastern coast of South America. Its capital is Paramaribo.
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Suriname is famous for its wide variety of flora and fauna. An exotic vacation spot, here you can wander through tropical forests and soak in the nature.
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Paramaribo is known for its eco-tourism and it is here where you will properly experience Suriname culture.
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Paramaribo has gorgeous hiking trails; visitors can wander guided through the jungle. A perfect place for hikers. Also, must see the Paramaribo zoo - you'll spot some rare species there.
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Tourists are recommended to visit Saint Peter and Paul Bascilica, a towering wood cathedral consecrated in 1885. Synagogues, churches and temples are worth visiting too.
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Visit Surinamese Rum House in Paramaribo to discover award winning rums inside. See how their authentic rum is made. Must book a tasting session.
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For all the climbers and hikers, it is recommended to climb the Voltzberg Mountain, 240 m high peak at sunrise. You enjoy views of the rising and dipping dark-green tops that seem to touch the glowing pink sky.
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Tourists can take boat-rides under the starry-sky and enjoy a glass of rum with the locals. Visitors admire the paradise beaches, cozy restaurants and breathtaking views.