🏰 Fort Sommelsdijk

Suriname · Americas · 5.86°N, 54.87°W

Fort Sommelsdijk was a fort in Suriname built in 1686 at the confluence of the Commewijne and Cottica rivers. Later it was used as a mission post and hospital. In 1870, it lost its function and was only used a military outpost. In the 21st century, the fort was taken over by nature.

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Quick facts

Country	Suriname
Continent / region	Americas
Coordinates (approx.)	5.86°N, 54.87°W · view on map

Fort Sommelsdijk is located in Suriname, in Americas.

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