Pontbuiten
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Pontbuiten | |
|---|---|
 Map showing the resorts of Paramaribo District. Pontbuiten | |
| Coordinates: 5°47′00″N 55°12′30″W / 5.7834°N 55.2082°W | |
| Country |  Suriname |
| District | Paramaribo District |
| Area | |
• Total | 6 km2 (2 sq mi) |
| Population (2012)[1] | |
• Total | 23,211 |
| • Density | 3,900/km2 (10,000/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC-3 (AST) |
Pontbuiten is a resort in Suriname, located in the Paramaribo District. Its population at the 2012 census was 23,211.[1]
Pontbuiten was founded in the mid 20th century by the Pont family, and was intended for agriculture.[2]
