Wanica District

Wanica is a district in northeastern Suriname along the Atlantic coast, combining urban settlements with agricultural areas near Paramaribo. The region includes seven residential subdivisions with the Wanica Hospital, banks, markets, and regular transportation links to the capital.

The district was established in 1983 from portions of the former Suriname District. Its capital, Lelydorp, developed from the original settlement of Kofi Djompo.

Local Creole, Hindustani, and Javanese communities shape the daily life of the district through their festivals, food, and neighborhood traditions that remain visible throughout the region.

The district is easily reached from Paramaribo with regular transportation and has good infrastructure for daily needs. Visiting different residential areas gives you a clearer sense of how the region is organized and where services are located.

The local economy shifted from rice farming to animal husbandry during the late 1900s as the region developed into a suburban area. This shift shaped how the district looks and functions today.