Fun facts about Lelydorp
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Lelydorp was originally called Kofi Djompo, named after a maroon rebel leader.
Lelydorp
Suriname
Lelydorp is the capital city of Wanica District, located in Suriname's north. With a population of 18,663 (2012), it is the second largest city in Suriname, after Paramaribo.
From the “History” section
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The name Kofi means 'born on Friday' and Djompo means 'jump'.
Lelydorp
Suriname
Lelydorp is the capital city of Wanica District, located in Suriname's north. With a population of 18,663 (2012), it is the second largest city in Suriname, after Paramaribo.
From the “History” section
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Lelydorp is considered a big village rather than a city.
Lelydorp
Suriname
Lelydorp is the capital city of Wanica District, located in Suriname's north. With a population of 18,663 (2012), it is the second largest city in Suriname, after Paramaribo.
From the “History” section
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Lelydorp is the most important halfway stopping point between Paramaribo and Zanderij.
Lelydorp
Suriname
Lelydorp is the capital city of Wanica District, located in Suriname's north. With a population of 18,663 (2012), it is the second largest city in Suriname, after Paramaribo.
From the “History” section
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Lelydorp maintains international relations with the twin city of Lelystad.
Lelydorp
Suriname
Lelydorp is the capital city of Wanica District, located in Suriname's north. With a population of 18,663 (2012), it is the second largest city in Suriname, after Paramaribo.
From the “Twin city” section
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