Eid Ul Adha in Suriname
On July 9 and 10, 2022, the Islamic community worldwide will celebrate Eid Ul Adha, also known as the Feast of Sacrifice. Eid Ul Adha …
The Ethnic Diversity in Surinamese Cuisine
In the coming editions of Popular Places, we will indulge you in the different tastes of Surinamese food. The Surinamese cuisine offers a wide variety …
De Blik van Dick
In thirty short stories Dick Spijker takes you on a trip to Suriname and introduces you to the country, its inhabitants, culture, nature and all …
Suriname Through a Camera Lens
+597 Photography showing the beauty of Suriname through the lens of art photography I was only 2 years old when I left Suriname. An age where …
The First Radio Station
My father John R. de Bye was born on 5 February 1907. He started his career with the Lands Radio Service of Suriname as a …
SURINAME The Movie
In February 2020, the feature film SURINAME premiered in Suriname and in the Netherlands. The crime drama is the first movie of cinema giant Pathé …
Erwin Lives on Through his Art
Erwin de Vries would have turned 90 on December 21 st, 2019. To commemorate this special day, his wife Lilian and two daughters Gudrun and Sabine …
International Women’s Day
8 March was proclaimed and recognized as International Women’s Day. A historical milestone in the fight for recognition of women’s rights. A day that is …
Festival of Colours
On the 9 th of March Hindus all over the world celebrate Holi, the Festival of Colours. The festival has gained tremendous popularity over the …
‘s Lands Hospital
‘s Lands Hospital formerly known as Military Hospital is the oldest hospital in Suriname and the city’s largest national monument. Writing the history of this …