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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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Who were the European who colonised Guyana?
Guyana was primarily colonized by the Dutch in the early 17th century, establishing settlements and trading posts along the coast. The British later took control in the 18th century, culminating in the formal acquisition of the territory in 1814. The French also had a presence in the region, particularly in the western parts, but their influence diminished over time. Ultimately, British rule lasted until Guyana gained independence in 1966.
What are the Places named in Guyana by the europeans?
Santa Rosa, El Dorado, Anna Catherina and Anna Regina
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Yes you can. From NY you go thru the south and into Mexico. From there you go thru all the Spanish countries and then into Columbia. Then Venezuela and Finally Guyana. So it's possible but that drive has to be a week or longer. And that's just a guess.
What is the nationality of Guyana in spanish?
If a person wanted to say that they were a French Guianan in Spanish (which is not their nationality, but their more local term), they would say francoguayanés(esa)(eses)(esas).
The physical features of Guyana?
There are many physical features that make up Guyana. Guyana consists of mountain ranges, beaches, the Savannah, plateaus, hills, and forests.
Is Guyana better than Netherlands and Italy?
Yes, the country of Guyana is much better than Netherlands and Italy because of its beautiful scenery, landscape, multiculturalism, etc. Netherlands is a very strange country
its not a set answer meaning its your opinion
Steve Merai is a retired former Assistant Commissioner in the Guyana Police Force. He joined the force in 1981 and upon graduating the Police training School was assigned to the Traffic Dept. at the time he held ther rank of constable. He was later transferred to the C.I.D and was attached to the Homicide Squad where he worked as an investigator under then Homicide top cop Asst Commissioner Ignatius McRae AKA Murder Mac. In 1986 he became an internal Cadet and subsequently reached the rank he retired at. Merai once headed the infamous Police squad known as the Black Clothes squad. While at the helm of this group several allegations of corrupt practices and police brutality were leveled against him and his junior ranks. One such incident being the extra judicial killing of Shaka Blair of Buxton village. He was alleged to have close connections to certain high ranking officials in the PPP government. However he fell out of favor with the government after he was caught on audio tape negotiating a supposed drug transaction which he later claimed was a sting operation he was conducting on behalf of a foreign law enforcement agency. Strangely he was never disciplined for this infraction but was posted as the commander of a police division. To most it seemed to be a reward and not a demotion. He lives in a virtual mansion in an east Georgetown ward with is family.
Why is Hinduism one of the major religions in Guyana?
Christianity and Hinduism are the dominant religions in Guyana. 57 percent of the population is Christian
What are the 6 lakes in Guyana?
One of the only lakes listed for Guyana is Mainstay Lake in the Pomeroon-Supenaam Region of Guyana.
Which country has the oldest stamp in the world?
The world's oldest stamps is from United Kingdom dating back to 1840. This stamps is a depiction of queen Victoria. This stamp is called The Black Penny Stamp. There are about 1.3 million issues still in collector's hands while the originals are worth around $100,000.000. per stamp. The second oldest is known as Ben Franklin #1 issue of The United States issued in 1847. This stamp ranges from $16,000.000 unused to $600.000 used. So the winner of the first country to produce the very first postage stamp is the U.K.
