100 jaar Hindoestaanse immigratie, Immigration memorial in Groningen, Suriname.
The monument at Monumentenplein features a sculpture of Lalla Rookh, representing the journey of Indo-Surinamese people to their new homeland.
Established in 1973, this monument marks the centennial celebration of Indian workers arriving in Suriname during the late nineteenth century agricultural expansion.
The memorial incorporates traditional Indian design elements and symbols that reflect the heritage of the Indo-Surinamese community in the Saramacca district.
Located at coordinates 5° 47′ 33.7″ N, 55° 28′ 28.4″ W, the monument is accessible through the main roads of Groningen.
The monument serves as the central gathering point for annual ceremonies commemorating the arrival of the first Indian ship to Suriname.
Location: Groningen
Address: Monumentenplein
GPS coordinates: 5.79269,-55.47456
Latest update: March 8, 2025 05:39
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