Domburg, Suriname

Domburg is a resort in the Wanica District of Suriname, located on the northern coast of South America. Its population at the 2012 census was 5,661.

Domburg, Suriname
Resort
Former plantation (1885)
Map showing the resorts of Wanica District.
  Domburg
Domburg
Coordinates: 5°42′N 55°05′W
Country Suriname
DistrictWanica District
Area
  Total37 km2 (14 sq mi)
Elevation
5 m (16 ft)
Population
 (2012)
  Total5,661
  Density150/km2 (400/sq mi)
Time zoneUTC-3 (AST)

Domburg is located on the Suriname River, about 16 kilometers to the south of the capital of Paramaribo. It is bordered by the district Commewijne to the north and east, Para to the south and the resort Houttuin to the west. Near Domburg in Oost, an artificial white sand beach, White Beach, has been created along the Suriname River.

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