Marowijne District
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Marowijne (Dutch pronunciation: [ˌmaːroːˈʋɛi̯nə]) is a district of Suriname, located on the north-east coast. Marowijne's capital city is Albina, with other towns including Moengo and Wanhatti. The district borders the Atlantic Ocean to the north, French Guiana to the east, the Surinamese district of Sipaliwini to the south, and the Surinamese districts of Commewijne and Para to the west.[2]
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Marowijne | |
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Coordinates: 5°46′N 56°19′W | |
Country | Suriname |
Capital | Albina |
Area | |
• Total | 4,627 km2 (1,786 sq mi) |
Population (2012 census)[1] | |
• Total | 18,294 |
• Density | 4.0/km2 (10/sq mi) |
Time zone | UTC-3 |
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Marowijne's population is 18,294 and the district has an area of 4,627 km2.[1]