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Public Holiday
Nationwide
Chinese Arrival day
Wednesday, October 20, 2027
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🏪 What's open
- Banks Closed
- Government offices Closed
- Schools Closed
- Shops Varies
- Restaurants Varies
- Public transit Reduced
- Stock market Closed
- Post office Closed
📣 Traveler notes
Suriname possesses a rich, multi-ethnic culture derived from indigenous Amerindian, Dutch, African, Javanese, and South Asian (Hindustani) traditions. The country is known for its large, largely untouched Amazon rainforest and is developing as an ecotourism destination, attracting visitors interested in its nature and culture.
- New Year's Day (January 1)
- Revolution Day (February 25)
- Workers' Day (May 1)
- Indian Arrival Day (June 5)
- Keti-koti / Emancipation Festival (July 1)
- When photographing people or places, always seek permission and respect local customs, especially in indigenous communities who may consider certain sites or trees holy. Local guides can assist with understanding appropriate etiquette.
About this holiday
Suriname is a small republic in northeastern South America, situated largely in the rainforest. It is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean, French Guiana, Brazil, and Guyana. With an estimated population of 612,985 in 2021, its capital and largest city is Paramaribo.