Nieuw Amsterdam, Suriname
Appearance
Nieuw Amsterdam | |
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Resort and town | |
Country | Suriname |
District | Commewijne District |
Area | |
• Total | 48 km2 (19 sq mi) |
Elevation | 0 m (0 ft) |
Population (2012 census) | |
• Total | 5,650 |
• Density | 120/km2 (300/sq mi) |
Time zone | UTC-3 (AST) |
Nieuw Amsterdam is the capital of the Commewijne District in Suriname. It is a small coastal town situated at the confluence of the Suriname River and Commewijne River, just across from Paramaribo, the country's capital. Its population at the 2012 census was 5,650,[1] with around 1,200 people living in the main town, most of whom are of Javanese and East Indian origin.