Geography
Guyana is in South America, South America. Its listed coordinates are 5, -59; it has Brazil, Suriname, Venezuela.
Neighboring countries: Brazil, Suriname, Venezuela
South America
Guyana
Guyana 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
- Georgetown
- Continent
- South America
- Region
- South America
- Population
- 773 thousand
- Area
- 214,969 km²
- Currency
- Guyanese dollar (GYD)
- Official language
- English
- Calling code
- +592
- Internet TLD
- .gy
- Time zone
- UTC-04:00
Guyana map preview: 5.00, -59.00
People and Culture
Guyana uses English 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 Guyana 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
Guyana is recorded with the official name Co-operative Republic of Guyana. 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
- Georgetown
- South America cultural and historic sites
- South America map and regional landmarks
Travel facts
- Capital or main administrative city: Georgetown
- Time zone data: UTC-04:00
- Check official sources for entry, safety, and transport information.
Fun facts
- Guyana is grouped under South America.
- Guyana has a listed area of 214,969 km².
- Guyana is listed as a UN member.
FAQs about Guyana
What is the capital of Guyana?
The capital of Guyana is Georgetown.
What continent is Guyana in?
Guyana is in South America.
What currency does Guyana use?
Guyana uses the Guyanese dollar.
What language is spoken in Guyana?
English is listed for Guyana in this database.