Anton de Kom University of Suriname, Paramaribo

Name: Anton de Kom University of Suriname
Address: Leysweg 86, Universiteitscomplex, Building IV, Paramaribo, Suriname

#19 among attractions in Paramaribo

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Anton de Kom University is the only university in Suriname. It is located in the capital, Paramaribo, and named for Anton de Kom, an anti-colonialist activist who was killed by the Nazis while in exile in the Netherlands. ()

Local name: Anton de Kom Universiteit van Suriname Coordinates: 5°48'51"N, 55°12'58"W

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Leysweg 86, Universiteitscomplex, Building IVParamaribo Suriname

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Anton de Kom University of Suriname – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: André Kamperveen Stadion, Thalia Theatre, Grote Stadskerk, Dutch Reformed Church of Suriname.

4.1 miNE
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
André Kamperveen Stadion, Paramaribo
106 min walk • The André Kamperveen Stadion, nestled in the heart of Paramaribo, Suriname, stands as a testament to the country's passion for sports, particularly football. This iconic sports venue, named after the revered Surinamese footballer and sports administrator André...
4 miE
Concerts and shows, Theater
Thalia Theatre, Paramaribo
103 min walk • The Thalia Theatre in Paramaribo, Suriname, stands as a historical beacon of culture and performing arts in the heart of the city. This distinguished establishment has been a significant hub for theatergoers and artists alike, showcasing a variety of performances that...
3.9 miE
Historical place, Architecture, Church
Grote Stadskerk, Paramaribo
99 min walk • The Grote Stadskerk, a prominent landmark in the heart of Paramaribo, Suriname, stands as a testament to the city's rich religious and architectural heritage. This church, an emblem of faith for the local community, is characterized by its distinctive white façade...
4.3 miE
Church
Dutch Reformed Church of Suriname, Paramaribo
109 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Paramaribo, the capital city of Suriname, stands the Dutch Reformed Church of Suriname, a historic monument and a testament to the city's rich colonial past. This church, also known as the Reformed Church at the Kerkplein, is a prominent...
4 miE
Synagogue
Neveh Shalom Synagogue, Paramaribo
103 min walk • The Neveh Shalom Synagogue stands as a beacon of Jewish heritage in the heart of Paramaribo, the capital city of Suriname. Established in 1719, this historic synagogue is not only one of the oldest in the Western Hemisphere but also a symbol of the enduring Jewish...
3.7 miE
Bridge
Jules Wijdenbosch Bridge, Paramaribo
95 min walk • Spanning the Suriname River, the Jules Wijdenbosch Bridge is a defining feature of the skyline of Paramaribo, Suriname's capital. This impressive structure, also known as the Suriname Bridge, connects the eastern part of Paramaribo with the district of Commewijne...
4.3 miE
Church
Centrumkerk, Paramaribo
110 min walk • The Centrumkerk, a notable monument nestled in the heart of Paramaribo, Suriname, stands as a testament to the city's rich cultural and architectural heritage. This church, which is an integral part of Paramaribo's urban landscape, reflects the historical significance...
0.6 miE
Museum
Lalla Rookh Museum, Paramaribo
17 min walk • Lalla Rookh Museum is a museum about the Indo-Surinamese history and culture. It is located in the Lalla Rookh Complex in Paramaribo, Suriname.
2.8 miE
Temple, Sacred and religious sites
Arya Dewaker, Paramaribo
72 min walk • Arya Dewaker is a Hindu association that built probably one of the biggest mandirs of Suriname. The temple attracts many visitors, both Hindus and non-Hindus, coming from Suriname and from all over the world. It is located in the city centre fields in Paramaribo.
3.5 miE
Harbor
Jules Sedney Harbour, Paramaribo
89 min walk • Jules Sedney Harbour is the main seaport for cargo ships in Paramaribo, Suriname. Until 2016, the harbour was called Nieuwe Haven. It is one of the two main cargo ports of Suriname. The other being Nieuw-Nickerie. Paramaribo used to have a generic harbour at Waterkant. In 1965, Nieuwe Haven opened as a specialised cargo harbour.
4 miE
Mosque
Mosque Keizerstraat, Paramaribo
102 min walk • The Ahmadiyya Anjuman Isha’at Islam Mosque Keizerstraat is the headquarters of the Lahore Ahmadiyya Movement for the Propagation of Islam in Paramaribo in Suriname, the Surinaamse Islamitische Vereniging.

Anton de Kom University of Suriname, Paramaribo

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Anton de Kom University of Suriname – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)