Suriname is a small country in South America that has the least land area of any other country on the continent. With a population of only about 470,000 people – only slightly more than that of Omaha, Nebraska – it is also one of the most sparsely populated countries in South America with most of its residents living on the northern side, close to the Atlantic Ocean. With its northern border being an ocean and its southern being the largest country in South America, it is shocking to find that Suriname is also a divider between French Guiana in the east and Guyana in the west.

Suriname is a country dominated by deep rain forests, there is a surprisingly healthy economy that relies mainly on the mining and exportation of metals. The number one export is Bauxite (Aluminum ore/Alumina) which is 70% of all the exports of the country. Suriname also export gold and iron, as well as maintain strong industries in fish, lumber, oil and produce. However, this Dutch speaking country is also growing its tourism trade through a higher demand for eco-friendly activities and exploration of the interior forests.

The people in Suriname are an extremely diverse group. There are many different cultures that play a large role in how the country is run, as well as providing a broad range of cultural adaptations into the lives of the people. This diversity can be seen in everything from celebrations, to national holidays and even in the construction of some buildings (many of which have a very European style).