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A majestic waterfall in Guyana with water spray creating a beautiful misty effect.

Guyana

Guyana is a country on the north coast of South America. It is next to the Atlantic Ocean, Suriname, Brazil, and Venezuela. The capital city is Georgetown.

Guyana is one of the smallest countries in South America. It is also one of the least crowded places on Earth. English is the official language, and it is the only country in South America where English is the main language. Many people also speak Guyanese Creole.

The country has many different plants and animals. Part of the land is covered by the Amazon rainforest. There are nine Indigenous tribes in Guyana, each with their own traditions and languages.

Guyana has some of the most powerful waterfalls in the world, like Kaieteur Falls. The land has forests, rivers, and savannahs. Some tall mountains are Mount Ayanganna, Monte Caburaí, and Mount Roraima.

People in Guyana enjoy sports like cricket, basketball, and football. Cricket is very popular, and Guyana is part of the West Indies cricket team. The country hosted some games during the 2007 Cricket World Cup.

Guyana has many tasty foods. Popular dishes include pepperpot, a slow-cooked meat stew, and cook-up rice, a mix of rice, coconut milk, beans, and meats. The country celebrates many holidays, including Independence Day on May 26th and Republic Day on February 23rd.

Images

The Victoria Law Courts in Georgetown, Guyana, a historic building completed in 1887.
Historical map showing the Esequibo River and surrounding regions in 1826, highlighting borders between Great Colombia and British Guiana.
Historical map showing the boundary lines of British Guiana in 1896.
A beautiful savannah landscape in the Rupununi region of Guyana, showing open grasslands and natural scenery.
A satellite view of the country of Guyana, showing its forests, rivers, and coastline from space.
A bright yellow Golden Frog perched in a bromeliad plant in its natural habitat.
The Parliament Building in Guyana, a important government building.
Map showing the drainage basin of the Essequibo River in South America.
A map showing the different regions of Guyana, numbered for easy reference.
Map showing the different regions of Guyana.

Related articles

South America
Atlantic Ocean
Suriname
Brazil
Venezuela
Amazon rainforest

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