Wanica District, Northeastern district in Suriname
Wanica spans 443 square kilometers along the Atlantic Ocean, featuring a combination of urban settlements and agricultural regions near Paramaribo.
The district emerged in 1983 from sections of the former Suriname District, with its capital Lelydorp originating as Kofi Djompo settlement.
The district population includes Creole, Hindustani, and Javanese communities, each maintaining their traditions through local festivals and customs.
The district contains seven residential subdivisions with the Wanica Hospital, banks, markets, and regular transportation connections to central Paramaribo.
Rice cultivation in Wanica gradually shifted to animal husbandry during the late twentieth century as the region developed its suburban character.
Location: Suriname
Capital city: Lelydorp
GPS coordinates: 5.79667,-55.26389
Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:41
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