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Feb 2020

The Palace is an attractive colonial building perched on the spacious Independence Square. Formerly the residence of the Dutch governor of Suriname, it is now the work address of the president. Hopefully the young country will be able to retain and maintain these historical buildings, designated also as a UNESCO world heritage site.

By michael c

“Beautiful building”

May 2019

nice location and a fantastic old building. a pity the president don't use this as his house and home during the presidency.

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Hermes_NL 🇳🇱

Amsterdam, The Netherlands21,534 contributions

Glory slowly fading

Feb 2020 • Friends

The Palace is an attractive colonial building perched on the spacious Independence Square. Formerly the residence of the Dutch governor of Suriname, it is now the work address of the president. Hopefully the young country will be able to retain and maintain these historical buildings, designated also as a UNESCO world heritage site.

Written 1 March 2020

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KtsGonSailin

Tampa, FL14 contributions

Not as glamourous as our Whitehouse, but approachable to say the least!

Dec 2012 • Family

They are in the middle of refurbishing the building. Loved the wooden Dutch structures that are a century or more old, that make up the downtown area. I am surprised they never burned down.

Written 9 January 2013

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Joannes V

ESTABLIMENTS2 contributions

Palace being refurbished, scaffolding is up and building material visible

Nov 2012 • Solo

The presidential Palace is momentarily under refurbishment construction , a visit is not possible at this moment

Written 22 November 2012

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OceanWanderer

Brisbane, Australia357 contributions

Nice building to look at but that's all

Nov 2014 • Couples

This is a nice building unfortunately under renovation whilst we were there. It's not possible to go inside as far as I could ascertain so it is of little interest except as one building amongst many. Take a photo and move on!

Written 23 April 2015

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EllaBella544

Paramaribo, Suriname9 contributions

Presidential palace

Aug 2012

It looks ok from the outside, needs more work done though. They have kept it as the original colonial palace but I think palace is a bit of an overstatement! Needs to be updated!

Written 16 September 2012

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SLM747

Paramaribo, Suriname62 contributions

Under Renovation

Aug 2012 • Solo

This national teasure is under renovation to make it a fully functioning place with all facilities and will be ready before Nov. 2013.

Written 31 August 2012

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KammiC

Toronto, Canada51 contributions

Well maintained

Jan 2013 • Friends

Lovely structure... was receiving a face lift at the time in preparation for Carifesta... yet it was a lovely sight...

Written 6 October 2013

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Ramenmuncher

Brisbane, Australia207 contributions

Classy

Dec 2012 • Couples

I love the whole town of Paramaribo and this is a great example of the buildings around town just on a whole 'nother level! Located opposite the Fort this will make a good addition to a walking/cycling tour around the city.

Written 17 March 2013

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Stewart S

Saint Joseph, MI629 contributions

Very Nice Building

Dec 2012 • Family

Seems like much of Paramaribo is being repaired. The palace was also covered in scaffolding for touch up and fixing. It is a very nice looking building, all white with a striking front facade. We could not go inside, but could tell it was ornate.

Written 7 January 2013

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MiltonDrepaul

Paramaribo, Suriname13 contributions

Presidential Palace needs uplift

The Palace needs a lot of work to make it a better . I see that there is currently a renovation project on. I applaud this move.

Written 13 December 2012

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