Fort Zeelandia
Fort Zeelandia
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climber_in_CH
Salida, CO1,082 contributions
Mar 2023
The fort is well located, which is a mystery how they could foresee that in 1640! I mean De Gadri restaurant so close and all those UNESCO heritage buildings surrounding. The buildings are in good condition and the artifacts nicely displayed. Being that I don't speak Dutch, I could just look at the items and imagine their use so many years ago in this remote corner of the new world. The admission was 170S$, which I think is higher than previously mentioned, one of the rooms was air conditioned. The view of the river from here is good and likely to be breezy as well. There is a nice park in front of the fort with benches in the shade for a rest. But if you sit too long a tout (tours? Transport?) or beggar will spot you as a tourist and visit. Then the birds which have been serenading you from the trees may decide to crap on you as well. All this happened to me; it was overall a pleasant experience
Written 31 March 2023
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The_Traveling_Expat
Chicago, IL408 contributions
Sept 2023 • Solo
The fort is definitely a must-see while in Paramaribo. The fort and museum gives a nice history of Suriname from its earliest times to more recent times. This is a good activity to spend about 45 minutes to an hour. However, be aware that most signage is in Dutch, and only a few items have English explanations.
Written 7 September 2023
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bert l
Hoorn, The Netherlands27 contributions
Feb 2024 • Couples
One of the first things we did on our 1st full day in Paramaribo was look in the direction of Fort Zeelandia. A historic place, not only because of its strategic location on the river, but also because of the formative history that took place there.
It is not even a large and majestic fortress, but you are still fully aware of the significance of this complex in the development of Suriname. In the past, of course, as a strategic fortress in the colonial struggle, but later also the place where the commanders of the revolution brutally exercised their power. It's all there.
Fort Zeelandia is a place to experience with reverence.
It is not even a large and majestic fortress, but you are still fully aware of the significance of this complex in the development of Suriname. In the past, of course, as a strategic fortress in the colonial struggle, but later also the place where the commanders of the revolution brutally exercised their power. It's all there.
Fort Zeelandia is a place to experience with reverence.
Written 25 February 2024
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Hermes_NL 🇳🇱
Amsterdam, The Netherlands21,534 contributions
Feb 2020 • Friends
Fort Zeelandia was first built by the British and extended by the Dutch as a fortification on a prominent point on the Suriname river. It has mostly been a prison throughout the years, and even the scene of recent history with the political December murders in 1982. Now it is a rather gorgeous small museum about the history of Suriname. Outside is the statue of Queen Wilhelmina, also the monarch of Suriname in her days.
Written 14 February 2020
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Jan T
Leidschendam, The Netherlands1,409 contributions
Nov 2019
The fort was much smaller as expected. Several rooms did contain expositions with old utensils. The historic pharmac was very nice to see. The fort looks out over the river.
There is a monument with the names of victims of the December murders 1982.
There is a monument with the names of victims of the December murders 1982.
Written 26 January 2020
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Every Step Every Nation
Santa Cruz, CA81 contributions
Dec 2019 • Solo
Lovely to view a bit of Suriname’s history! It is next to the Suriname river and you’ll have a great view of the bridge during clear sky! It’s in the Inner City Of Paramaribo, a UNESCO World Heritage site!
Written 25 December 2019
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Oliver D
London, UK79 contributions
Nov 2019 • Couples
Inaccessible but pretty obvious there was nothing much to see if one could gave got past the front gate. No signs up to explain anything
Written 12 November 2019
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Carina H
Sydney, Australia29 contributions
Jan 2019 • Family
We were fortunate to have an excellent volunteer guide for our recent visit to this Fort. The lady had lots of historical knowledge about the fort and Suriname. We learnt about the French, British and Dutch buildings on this site. There are many interesting exhibits as well as the buildings themselves. There are items from the Amerindians as well as other inhabitants of Suriname. We saw the place where the December murders took place - bullet holes remain in the wall. The guide shared many fascinating stories about the people who had lived here. Highly recommend this place. The museum shop was slightly disappointing - would be enhanced with modern postcards, books about Suriname and other souvenirs. The cafe at the Fort had lovely river views and the food was nice.
Written 18 January 2019
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SunnyW358
Albuquerque, NM6,533 contributions
Jul 2017 • Couples
We walked around here several times and also went into the Baka Foto restaurant. It was very pleasant to enjoy the sunset observing the river activities. Early in the morning also, before it got hot, it was nice to jog/walk in the area. Historical buildings and the well-kept park added to the beauty of the place.
Written 12 July 2017
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Bruce R
Summerville, SC44 contributions
Aug 2014 • Business
Not commercial, just a walk from the parks, National Assembly, and presidential palace. Suriname had several colonial rulers but the Dutch left an architectural gem. Local people have carefully restored many buildings for offices, etc. Not overdone - the preservation is one of the best things about Paramaribo.
Written 11 July 2015
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Hello! How long is this tour? What if you wanted to spend more time in a particular area?
Written 12 July 2016
what are the opening hours on friday and saturday?
Written 29 April 2015
Tuesday to Friday, 09:00 - 14:00
Sunday, 10:00 - 14:00
Monday and Saturday, closed
Written 28 December 2015
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