The Cooperative Republic of Guyana is a country in South America located in the north of the continent. It has access to the Atlantic Ocean and is bordered by Venezuela to the west, Brazil to the south and Suriname to the east.
The capital of Guyana is Georgetown.
The form of government is a presidential republic. The president of the country is the head of state and government.
The climate is tropical, with high humidity and uniform temperatures throughout the year.
The population is 793,206 people (2022).
The official language is English. In addition, other languages such as Portuguese and Creole (Guyanese Patois) are widely used.
Natural resource extraction is one of the most significant sectors of Guyana's economy. The country is rich in oil, natural gas, gold, diamonds, bauxite and other minerals. In recent years, commercial oil and natural gas production has begun in Guyana's coastal waters, significantly increasing the country's revenues. Agriculture, fishing and forestry are also important to the country.
Recently, tourism has begun to develop in the country due to its natural beauty and exotic fauna and flora. Tourists visit the country for jungle trekking, bird watching and other activities.
The standard of living in Guyana is varied and can vary depending on a number of factors, but is generally below average. The medical system is also below average.
The level of safety in the entire country cannot be assessed because some areas may be dangerous, so tourists and visitors are advised to exercise caution.
Citizenship in Guyana can be obtained through naturalization or by birth in the country if one of the parents is a citizen of this state.
Guyana is famous for its unique nature, including jungles, rivers and diverse fauna.
Attractions include Kaitur Falls National Park, beautiful coastal areas, waterfalls and other natural features.
The local population is usually friendly towards visitors. Tourism is not the main industry, but visitors are welcome.
Employment for foreigners can be challenging, but opportunities may be available in a variety of sectors such as fishing, mining and agriculture.
