Galibi, Suriname
Galibi is a resort in Suriname, located in the Marowijne District. Its population at the 2012 census was 741. Galibi is a tribal area inhabited by an indigenous population of Kalina Amerindians.
Galibi | |
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Resort | |
Turtle on the beach of Galibi | |
Map showing the resorts of Marowijne District. Galibi | |
| Coordinates: 5.6978°N 54.0277°W | |
| Country | Suriname |
| District | Marowijne District |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1,014 km2 (392 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 0 m (0 ft) |
| Population (2012) | |
| • Total | 741 |
| • Density | 0.73/km2 (1.9/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC-3 (AST) |
The town of Alusiaka used to be located near the banks of the Marowijne River. The Dutch West India Company was given 500 hectares to grow coconuts; but, because of their mistreatment of the workers, the town was abandoned. In 1871 a 60-metre lighthouse was built near the entrance of the Marowijne; it was operated until 2012.
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