Geography
French Guiana is in South America, South America. Its listed coordinates are 4, -53; it has Brazil, Suriname.
Neighboring countries: Brazil, Suriname
South America
French Guiana
French Guiana is a country in South America. Learn its capital, flag, population, area, currency, language, geography, culture, food, famous places, travel facts, and FAQs.
Quick Facts
- Capital
- Cayenne
- Continent
- South America
- Region
- South America
- Population
- 292.4 thousand
- Area
- 83,534 km²
- Currency
- euro (EUR)
- Official language
- French
- Calling code
- +594
- Internet TLD
- .gf
- Time zone
- UTC-03:00
French Guiana map preview: 4.00, -53.00
People and Culture
French Guiana uses French in this dataset. Culture, traditions, education, sport, arts, and daily life can vary by region, language community, and local history, so deeper cultural notes should be checked with reliable local sources.
Food: Food culture in French Guiana varies by region and community. This profile avoids naming specific dishes unless they have been reviewed from a dedicated source, making it a safe starting point for classroom or travel research.
Short History
French Guiana is recorded with the official name Guiana. This profile uses country database fields for quick reference and links the country to its region, capital, identifiers, and basic geography. Detailed historical timelines should be checked with dedicated historical sources when used for formal research.
Famous Places and Travel Facts
Famous places
- Cayenne
- South America cultural and historic sites
- South America map and regional landmarks
Travel facts
- Capital or main administrative city: Cayenne
- Time zone data: UTC-03:00
- Check official sources for entry, safety, and transport information.
Fun facts
- French Guiana is grouped under South America.
- French Guiana has a listed area of 83,534 km².
- French Guiana is not listed as a UN member in the source data.
FAQs about French Guiana
What is the capital of French Guiana?
The capital of French Guiana is Cayenne.
What continent is French Guiana in?
French Guiana is in South America.
What currency does French Guiana use?
French Guiana uses the euro.
What language is spoken in French Guiana?
French is listed for French Guiana in this database.