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Guyana

Previously known as British Guiana, the Co-operative Republic of Guyana is a sovereign state on the northeast coast of South America. It is the third-smallest independent state on the mainland of South America at 215,000 sq km.

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Why is Guyana an English speaking country?

Because English is the only official language in the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago.

Is Guyana part of Venezuela?

Yes. Both are on the northern coast of South America.

What is the distance between Miami and Georgetown Guyana?

The distance between the above mentioned places is 1954mi approximately. The distance is straight path from one place to another place. There might be slight difference between the actual distance and the above mentioned distance because of the route chosen.

Why does Guyana have bacoo?

Because he liked it so he put a ring on it

What is the current population in Guyana?

Guyana's population is 748,486 (approximately 700,000) in 2011.

Where did the name Guyana come from?

The indigenous people of Guyana are the various Amerindian tribes, such as Caribs, Arawaks, Macushi, Wai-Wai, Wapishana, Warao and others. Later, Guyana was settled by Europeans, such as Portuguese, some Spanish, Dutch and British, and also some Chinese people. The Europeans brought over African slaves, and then Indians. Guyana is known as the "Land of Six Peoples" due to the mix of Amerindians, Portuguese, Europeans (mostly British), Africans, Indians, and Chinese. About 51% are identified as Indo-Guyanese, about 38% as Afro-Guyanese. Over the years, there have been many examples of inter-marriage between the ethnic groups, so many Guyanese are of mixed ethnicity.

Who is the mayor georgetown in Guyana?

As of July 2014, Dale Ross is the Mayor of Georgetown, Texas. Georgetown, located in Williamson County, has a population of roughly 47,400.

What do called amerindian dance in guyana?

it is celebrated by when all the villagers come together, bring food stuff 2 share wit others

What sport do guyane like?

They play cricket. I am a Guyanese so i know what they play. They also play football but they call it soccer and they DO NOT PLAY BASEBALL

What country owned Guyana?

Guyana is a country on the northern coast of South America. Prior to 26 May 1966 it was a British colony called British Guiana. Guyana is located in South America; between Venezuela and Brazil. Guyana is located on the South American Continent and is the only English speaking country on the continent and is bordered by Venezuela, Suriname and Brazil.

The country of Guyana lies between Venezuela and Suriname and north of Brazil. These places are located on the South American continent. This country is on the coast of the Atlantic Ocean.

What are the natural resources in Guyana?

Guyana has a variety of natural resources including gold, diamonds, fish, and shrimp. Diamonds are the least available of the natural resources.

What is the abbreviation for Guyana?

The abbreviation for Guyana is GY. Some people also refer to it as GT.

What festival is celebrated in Guyana?

Guyana celebrates several major holidays like Easter, Christmas, and New Years. They also celebrate Republic Day on February 23rd, Independence Day on May 26th, and Youman Nabi on February 5th.

How much time will it take to drive to Guyana from New York?

Driving it's about 6,000-7,000 miles, as the crow flies it's about 2,600 miles