Guyana
South American nation with rainforests, rivers, indigenous cultures, and pristine wilderness
🎸Hey there, I'm Ravi!
Hey! I'm Ravi! Guyana's rainforests are pristine and wild, Kaieteur Falls is spectacular, and the indigenous communities are welcoming. It's an adventure paradise!
Quick Facts About Guyana
Capital
Georgetown
Population
800,000
Language
English
Currency
Guyanese Dollar
Discover Guyana
Guyana is a hidden jewel of South America, covered mostly by pristine rainforest and crisscrossed by powerful rivers! The most famous attraction is Kaieteur Falls, one of the world's highest and most powerful waterfalls, where water plunges dramatically into a misty canyon below. The sight is absolutely breathtaking!
Guyana's rainforest is nearly untouched, making it one of the most pristine wilderness areas left on Earth. Jaguars, giant anteaters, anacondas, river dolphins, and countless bird species, plants, and insects live here. The indigenous peoples - Arawak, Carib, Warao, and Makushi - have lived here for thousands of years and still maintain their traditions, languages, and ways of living in harmony with the forest.
Georgetown, the capital, has colorful colonial architecture and a laid-back Caribbean vibe. The Orinoco River and other rivers are highways through the jungle where you can travel by boat and spot wildlife around every bend. Guyana shows why protecting rainforests is so important - it's a place where nature still rules and indigenous peoples live sustainably with the land.
Map of Guyana
Flag of Guyana
The flag represents the unique identity and heritage of Guyana.
For Educators
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✨Did You Know?
Kaieteur Falls is 741 feet high - higher than Niagara Falls
Guyana is the only English-speaking country in South America
80% of Guyana is covered in rainforest
What Makes Guyana Special?
Kaieteur Falls
Visit one of the world's tallest and most powerful waterfalls.
Pristine Rainforests
Explore untouched Amazon wilderness with incredible biodiversity.
River Adventures
Boat through jungle rivers spotting wildlife.
Indigenous Communities
Learn from indigenous peoples preserving traditions.
Wildlife
See jaguars, caimans, anacondas, and 800+ bird species.
Georgetown
Explore the capital with colonial architecture.
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