Surinam (also called Suriname) is marvelous country of north South America whereAmazon meets the Caribbean. It has rich culture and amusing history of been part of English and Dutch colonies. Visiting this diverse and dynamic region would be fabulous experience. Traditional blend of English, Dutch, Indian and Caribbean makes it anexceptionaltourist spot. Organically it’s also embrace two flavors,northern lowland coastal area that’s more cultivated as well as populated and southern side comprises of lush green tropical rainforestwhich are sparingly populous.Besides that, it offers you to cherish vibrant multi-cultural urbanlocations full of the heritage, buildings of Dutch colonial-era,awesome music type called kaseko (blend of European, American and African music traditions) and vast variety of African, Javanese and Chinese spicy cuisine.Endorsing you some of the Surinam’s tickles to plan your next vacation.
Owru Yari
Overwhelming and most tempting event of the year is Owru Yari festival which takes place on 31 December, every year.The carnival of New Year that is named as “old year” event in Surinam. It starts early in the morning, roads are closed to traffic and people gather on to celebrate and march till evening. Large boxes of red firecrackers emerge from the boxes and crates and festivity rises at its peak. Special Owru Yari trucks are organized on several hotspots with jovial songs to bring the spectators in motion. Everyone dances together and rejoice with alcoholic drinks. Live performances of dance and singing takes place by bands and performers. After the festival everyone goes for self-celebration.
Carifesta
Carifesta is an international multicultural event organized on periodic basis every year by the countries of Caribbean region. In Surinam it is arranged in the month of July or august. Magnificent gathering of artists, musicians, authors and folk artistsof the Caribbean and South American region appearances takes place under one roof.You can also appreciate fashion and culinary shows at the Carifesta Grand Cultural Market by transferring the event pictures on cheap canvas prints online to make the visit unforgettable. Festival is motivational and allows artists to show their skills and provide entertainment to the audiences in a way that would express the culture and values of Caribbean people. This event is arranged in more than 30 Caribbean and South American countries.
Palm Garden
Another peaceful place to stopover is a charming Palm garden possessing cluster of elevated, needle-thin palms next to the Presidential Palace where you can sit, enjoy watching birds and relax. Traditional Village with lots of cultural entertaining groups in addition to hot, spicy, multi-national cuisines and mouthwatering foods are available to attract the tourists.
Traditional foods
Ethnic diversity of Surinam’s customs presents huge variation of foods related to several regions of the world. Chinese and Indian foods with Caribbean diversions are more common and cheap, whereas Creole cooking gives is a mix taste of African and American flavors. Most popular recipes are Bami (a dish of spaghetti with meat) and Nasi (blend of rice with chicken). Local Boergoe/Black Cat rum and beer Parbo is vastly like because it’s less expensive than any international brand and gives great quality
Landscape
This extravagant country comprises wonderful beaches as well as lush green forests for explorers and tourists. It comprises significantrange of hills and mountains, forests and reserves, plains and swamps in the coastlines with diversity in flora and fauna offers you a chance to save your memories by printing photos on canvas. Most of the seashores are shell or sand beaches. Thinking to chill out on the hot tropical beaches and brilliant sun shine? Than backpack your stuff on the way to Surinam.
