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 …
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 …
New Year’s Eve in Suriname
New Year’s Eve is the last day of the year in the Gregorian calendar and celebrated in every part of the world. Suriname has a …
Chinese Temple Fair in Suriname
In 2015 when the first Temple Fair was organized, nobody had anticipated it would become one of the biggest celebration of Chinese culture in Suriname. …
Indigenous People’s Day
Ingi Dei is an official holiday in Suriname that celebrates the Indigenous peoples. It is also celebrated across the United States, and is an official …
Hindustani Wedding
Almost 30% of the Surinamese people have their origins in India. Because of their culture and believe they are simply known as ‘Hindustani’. Traditions of …
Mosque and Synagogue
In the heart of Paramaribo, in Keizerstraat, there is a sight that is both simple and extraordinary: a mosque right next door to a synagogue. …