Calcutta
Calcutta is a resort in Suriname, located in the Saramacca District. Its population at the 2012 census was 1,647, and is mainly inhabited by East Indians.Places of Interest
Highlights include Henri Alwies Airstrip.
Henri Alwies Airstrip
Aerodrome
Henri Alwies Airstrip, also known as Henri Alwies Airfield or Henri Alwies Vliegveld, is in the Saramacca district of Suriname. This is one of the newest airports in Suriname, in use since April 5, 2012. Henri Alwies Airstrip is situated 4 km east of Calcutta.
Calcutta
Latitude
5.845° or 5° 50′ 42″ northLongitude
-55.6736° or 55° 40′ 25″ westElevation
3 metres (10 feet)Open location code
68Q6R8VG+XHGeoNames ID
12088725
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