Suriname
This profile gathers the essentials about the following country: Suriname. It gives its capital, flag, position on the map, neighbouring countries, official languages, currency and area.
- Region
- South America · South America
- Capital
- Paramaribo
- Coordinates of the capital
- 5.85° N, 55.20° W
- Area
- 163,820 km²
- Official languages
- Dutch
- Currency
- Surinamese Dollar
- Access to the sea
- Yes
- ISO code
- SR
On the map
This country is located in South America, in the region "South America". It has access to the sea. This country shares land borders with 3 countries: Brazil, French Guiana, Guyana.
Its capital is Paramaribo. Its area is about 163,820 km². By area, this country ranks 90 out of 193 in the world and 12 out of 12 in South America. Official language: Dutch. Currency: Surinamese Dollar.
Capitals of the neighbouring countries: Brasília (Brazil), Georgetown (Guyana).
Neighbouring countries
- BrazilBrasília
- French Guiana
- GuyanaGeorgetown
Frequently asked questions
- Suriname: what is the capital?
- Its capital is Paramaribo.
- Suriname: which countries does it border?
- This country shares land borders with 3 countries: Brazil, French Guiana, Guyana.
- Suriname: what are the official languages?
- Official language: Dutch.
- Suriname: what is the currency?
- Currency: Surinamese Dollar.
- Suriname: what is the area?
- Its area is about 163,820 km². By area, this country ranks 90 out of 193 in the world and 12 out of 12 in South America.
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