Guyana - Wikipedia
WebGuyana (/ ɡ aɪ ˈ ɑː n ə / ⓘ or / ɡ aɪ ˈ æ n ə / ⓘ), officially the Co-operative Republic of Guyana, is a country on the northern coast of South America, part of the historic mainland British West Indies. Guyana is an indigenous word which means "Land of Many Waters".
Guyana | Language, People, & Oil Discovery | Britannica
WebApr 27, 2024 · Guyana is a country located in the northeastern corner of South America. Indigenous peoples inhabited it prior to European settlement. Their name for the land was guiana (‘land of water’). Today Guyana reflects its British and Dutch colonial past. It is the only English-speaking country of South America.
Guyana - World Factbook Glyph
Web5 days ago · Guyana's emigration rate is among the highest in the world - more than 55% of its citizens reside abroad - and it is one of the largest recipients of remittances relative to GDP among Latin American and Caribbean counties. Although remittances are a vital source of income for most citizens, the pervasive emigration of skilled workers deprives ...
Guyana country profile - BBC News
Web11 December 2023. Sandwiched between Venezuela and Suriname, the former British colony of Guyana is the only English-speaking country in South America. Since independence from the UK in 1966,...
Guyana Maps & Facts - World Atlas
WebDec 13, 2023 · Home. South America. Guyana. Maps of Guyana. Regions Map. Where is Guyana? Outline Map. Key Facts. Flag. Covering an area of 215,000 sq. km, Guyana is located on the northern edge of South America. Guyana borders three other nations and is the 3 rd smallest nation in South America.
Guyana Facts | Britannica
WebGuyana is a country located in the northeastern corner of South America. Indigenous peoples inhabited it prior to European settlement. Their name for the land was guiana (‘land of water’). Today Guyana reflects its British and Dutch colonial past. It is the only English-speaking country of South America.
Guyana - The World Factbook
WebDec 22, 2021 · Guyana achieved independence from the UK in 1966, and since then it has been ruled mostly by socialist-oriented governments. In 1992, Cheddi JAGAN was elected president in what is considered the country's first free and fair election since independence. After his death five years later, his wife, Janet JAGAN, became president but resigned in ...
Guyana - Colonialism, Independence, Culture | Britannica
WebGuyana - Colonialism, Independence, Culture | Britannica. Contents. Home Geography & Travel Countries of the World. History of Guyana. Early history. The first human inhabitants of Guyana probably entered the highlands during the 1st millennium bce. Among the earliest settlers were groups of Arawak, Carib, and possibly Warao (Warrau).
THINGS TO DO | Discover Guyana
WebGuyana is a kind of place that's becoming increasingly rare in the world today; come and you'll find untouched nature with amazing wildlife and birding experiences, rich culture and heritage, warm hospitality and a relaxing, Caribbean vibe. 90% of the population live along the coast, leaving the country's lush interior untouched, and ripe for ex...
The Guyana Chronicle | The Nation's Paper
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