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 Versatility of the Coconut
Until recently, coconut was one of the most important agricultural products in the district Coronie in Suriname. Because of a bacterium that caused the fruit …
Tourism is a Science
”The global pandemic had an enormous impact on the tourism sector in Suriname” states Rabin Boeddha from behind his desk at the Ministry of Transport, …
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 Healing Power of the Amazon
Advertorial The Amazon rainforest is the greenest and one of the most biodiverse places on our planet. It spreads across nine countries namely Brazil, Ecuador, …
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 …
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 …