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Springlands
ℹ️Practical info — Springlands
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🌤 Weather — 5 days
📍 Nearby
Sights nearby
💡 Tips
- If traveling to Suriname, the ferry terminal at nearby Moleson Creek is the official crossing point.
- Springlands is a bustling border town, so keep an eye on your belongings in crowded market areas.
- Try to arrange taxi fares before starting your journey, as meters are not commonly used.
- The town is liveliest on weekends; visit during the week for a more relaxed experience.
🍽 Food
Enjoy this stuffed flatbread with chicken or beef curry at local food stands.
Freshly caught and fried, often served with plantain chips near the river.
A popular weekend street food, best bought early on Saturday mornings.
🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots
Explore this large market for fresh produce, clothing, and cross-border goods.
Find a mix of Guyanese and Surinamese products in local stores.
Watch the boats and enjoy the view across the water to Suriname.
The nearby sugar estate areas have peaceful tree-lined avenues.
Water temperature…
Springlands is a border town in eastern Guyana, situated on the Courantyne River directly across from Nieuw Nickerie, Surinam. With a population of just under 4,000, it serves as a key transit point for goods and people between the two countries. The town's economy is driven by cross-border trade, agriculture, and services. Rice farming dominates the local landscape, and the town's market gives a variety of local produce. Springlands has basic infrastructure including a health center, schools, and a police station. The town is also known for its cultural diversity, with residents of African, Indian, and Indigenous heritage. Despite its small size, Springlands plays a crucial role in regional commerce and connectivity.
- Location: Guyana
- Top sights: Elperazim Fullgospel Fellowship · Kingdom Hall · Sovereign Grace Missionary Baptist Church
- Nearby: Whim (26 km)
- Population: ~5.859 (2023)
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is Mar, Sep, Oct.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | 26 | 26 | 26 | 27 | 27 | 26 | 26 | 27 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 27 |
| Rain mm | 133 | 109 | 103 | 149 | 261 | 234 | 228 | 146 | 65 | 64 | 89 | 180 |
Geography
Facts
- Population of 4,000
- Located on the Courantyne River
- Ferry service to Surinam
- Regional trade hub
- Founded in the 19th century
- Elevation 5 m above sea level
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Sights in the town Springlands (6)
St. Margarette's Anglican Church
Anglican church in Springlands, dedicated to Saint Margaret.
Vishnu Mandir
Hindu temple in Springlands, dedicated to the god Vishnu.
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