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01 Textiles
Maroon Pang Textile
A pang textile has strong color and identity, best bought from sellers who can explain the pattern and maker.
Est. $85 Check availability
Country Guide Suriname
The 10 Best Souvenirs from Suriname
Suriname's souvenirs should keep the country's many voices audible. Maroon textiles, wood carving, Javanese-influenced foods, rum, rainforest craft, spices, and Paramaribo pieces belong together without smoothing out their differences.
Top 10 Souvenirs from Suriname
A tighter look at what is worth packing from Suriname: things with texture, flavor, weight, or daily purpose.
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02 Jewelry
Rainforest Seed Bead Necklace
A seed necklace depends on whether the colors are natural and the material is identified honestly.
Est. $38 Check availability
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03 Woodcraft
Carved Hardwood Stool
A small hardwood stool is a substantial buy, with value in the weight, joinery, and carved detail.
Est. $130 Check availability
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04 Art Print
Paramaribo Wooden House Print
A print of wooden colonial houses gives the capital a recognizable shape and color.
Est. $42 Check availability
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05 Bath
Cacao Soap Set
Cacao soap is easy to gift and better when the scent stays warm rather than sugary.
Est. $26 Check availability
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06 Pantry Gift
Javanese Spice Paste
A spice paste reflects the food mix of Paramaribo and makes dinner taste different without much work.
Est. $22 Check availability
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07 Basketry
Maroon Market Basket
A market basket has real use when the handles are strong and the base sits flat.
Est. $58 Check availability
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08 Food Gift
Crisp Cassava Bread Pack
Cassava bread is light and crisp, good with dips, cheese, or a snack board.
Est. $20 Check availability
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09 Condiment
Peanut Sambal Jar
Peanut sambal brings heat, richness, and crunch to rice bowls, noodles, or grilled vegetables.
Est. $18 Check availability
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10 Drink Gift
Demerara-style Rum Bottle
A rum bottle is a good host gift when it is chosen for flavor, not just a souvenir label.
Est. $45 Check availability