Ephrata, Suriname
Ephrata | |
|---|---|
village | |
Bauxite ship on the Cottica River near Ephrata | |
| Country | Suriname |
| District | Commewijne District |
| Resort | Bakkie |
| Area | |
• Total | 81 km2 (31 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 0 m (0 ft) |
| Time zone | UTC-3 (AST) |
| Climate | Af |
Ephrata was a village located within the Bakkie resort of the Commewijne District of Suriname.
Ephrata started as a sugar plantation, and had been documented as early as 20 November 1708. The plantation is located on the Cottica River. The surname "van Ephrata" (English: from Ephrata) is often used by Boni Maroons.