Suriname – Suriname's capital is Paramaribo

(Pronounced soo-ri-nahm and par-uh-mar-ib-oh)

To remember the capital of Suriname, use the following mnemonic:

My super-rich nan (Suriname) hired a paragliding experience using an old maritime boat (Paramaribo).

Interesting facts about Paramaribo:

- Floating Islands: Parts of the coastal areas and wetlands near Paramaribo feature natural floating masses of vegetation and peat that can shift and move with the water currents.

- City in the Jungle: Nearly half of Suriname’s entire national population lives within and around the urban area of Paramaribo, serving as a bustling hub nestled right on the edge of the Amazon rainforest.

- Driving on the Left: Despite being surrounded by countries where people drive on the right side of the road, Suriname is one of the few places in South America where drivers stay on the left side due to colonial history.