Fort Zeelandia | Suriname

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Fort Zeelandia is a fortress in Paramaribo, Suriname. In 1640 the French built a wooden fort on the spot, which during the British colonial days was reinforced and became Fort Willoughby. It was taken by the Dutch in 1667 and renamed Fort Zeelandia.

Situated to the west and north of the Fort Zeelandia property are some officer’s residences built in timber, that stand in contrast to the stone mass of the fortress.

Historic Inner City of Paramaribo is a UNESCO World Heritage site.