Guyana
Guyana is a country in South America, South America. Its capital is Georgetown, with a population of approximately 787K and a total area of 214,969 km². The official language is English and the currency is the Guyanese Dollar (GYD).
📊 Quick Facts about Guyana
Guyana covers an area of 214,969 km² with a population density of 4/km² people per km². The country has a GDP of $14.8B ($18,800 per capita) and gained independence in 1966. It has a coastline of 459 km.
Guyana's Kaieteur Falls drops 226 metres in a single plunge, five times higher than Niagara and the world's most powerful waterfall by volume. It is the only English-speaking country in South America and 87% of its territory is untouched Amazonian rainforest.
✈️ Travel Information for Guyana
⚠️ Visa requirements change frequently. Always verify with the official embassy or consulate before travel.
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🏛 Must-See Places in Guyana
World's most powerful waterfall, 226m drop surrounded by pristine Amazonian rainforest
One of the world's last pristine tropical rainforests, jaguars, giant otters and harpy eagles
A unique city of Victorian wooden architecture, the wooden city of the Caribbean
Vast grasslands dotted with indigenous villages and black caiman in the Amazon headwaters
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions about Guyana
What is the capital of Guyana?
The capital of Guyana is Georgetown.
What continent is Guyana in?
Guyana is located in South America, in the South America region.
What currency does Guyana use?
Guyana uses the Guyanese Dollar (GYD). The international calling code is +592.
What is the GDP of Guyana?
Guyana has a GDP of $14.8B, with a GDP per capita of $18,800.
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