Houttuin | |
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![]() Map showing the resorts of Wanica District. Houttuin | |
Country | ![]() |
District | Wanica District |
Area | |
• Total | 58 km2 (22 sq mi) |
Population (2012)[1] | |
• Total | 15,656 |
• Density | 270/km2 (700/sq mi) |
Time zone | UTC-3 (AST) |
Houttuin is a resort in Suriname, located in the Wanica District. Its population at the 2012 census was 15,656. The largest ethnic group are the Indo-Surinamese.[1] The resort is named after the sugar plantation Houttuyn which was founded in 1737.[2] The resort was mainly agricultural,[3] and is planned to remain an agricultural centre.[4] In the early 21st century, it has seen a steady population growth, and is becoming suburban with housing projects like Tout Lui Faut .[4]
Staatsolie is operating an oil refinery,[5] and a thermal power plant in Houttuin.[6]
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