Guyana is not very popular with tourists. Its capital is called a criminal and dangerous city, and tourist routes have not yet been laid to some of the natural beauties. Most of Guyana is covered with forests. There are many waterfalls, savannas, rivers in the country. Kaieteur Falls is 5 times higher than Niagara Falls, and the wide and picturesque Orinduic Falls is suitable for swimming.
Although Georgetown is notorious, amazing buildings can be seen in this city. The lighthouse, university, cathedrals and temples are very colorful and pretty, there is a lot to see in the city. Decent housing in the city can be found for little money. The climate in Guyana is very humid, it is warm here all year round. Therefore, there are incredible forests and a fairly rich natural world. You can get acquainted with him at the Georgetown Zoo or on Shell Beach, where sea turtles lay their eggs.
One of the most recognizable places in Guyana is Mount Roraima. Just to climb to its top, it is worth flying to this country. A huge plateau at an altitude of 2810 meters, shrouded in clouds, has an indelible effect on tourists. Even at the foot of the mountain, it looks interesting and colorful.
Guyana has a huge number of natural attractions that are worth seeing. And if you drop stereotypes and be careful, you can get a lot of pleasure walking around the capital and exploring its streets.
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What to see in Guyana?
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Georgetown city
This is the capital of Guyana, its commercial and political center. The city is located on the shores of the Atlantic Ocean. It has warm and humid air all year round. Georgetown was founded in 1781 by Dutch colonists and then captured by the British. The city has many Hindu temples, wooden buildings, a cathedral, a lighthouse, and museums.
Kaieteur Falls
The waterfall is located in the west of Guyana on the Potaro River. It is one of the largest waterfalls in the world. Its height is 226 meters. Niagara Falls is almost 5 times lower, and Victoria Falls is 2 times lower. Kaieteur is not very popular due to its inaccessible location. It is surrounded by a tropical forest, and the pristine nature has been preserved around it.
Mount Roraima
This mountain is the highest point in Guyana. It is often called the fantasy world. It reaches a height of 2810 meters, but it does not have sharp spiers. At the highest point there is a plateau with an area of 30 km². It is constantly shrouded in snow-white clouds, and climbing it is not so easy. As a reward, each visitor will have the opportunity to observe incredible landscapes.
Seawall Seawall
This dam stretches along the entire coastline of Georgetown, going far beyond its limits. Construction began in 1855 after Camp House was washed away. Due to the erosion of the land by the sea, the dam was destroyed more than once. Several houses were flooded, the dam was expanded and rebuilt. In 1903, part of the dam was named the Queen Victoria Memorial.
Savannah Rupununi
It is a savanna in Guyana, which is located in the region of tropical and subtropical meadows. Its area exceeds 8 thousand km². On the territory of the savanna there are swamps, meadows and forests almost untouched by man. It also boasts a great variety of the natural world. The savannah is home to about 250 species of birds, of which 18 are endemic, as well as jaguars and harpies.
St. George's Cathedral
One of the main attractions of Georgetown is St. George's Cathedral. This is an Anglican church, completed in 1899. The cathedral stands on a stone foundation, but is made of wood. It is made in the neo-Gothic style, and its main decorations are numerous stained-glass windows. The height of the cathedral is 43.4 meters. For a long time, the wooden church was the tallest in the world.
Georgetown Botanical Garden and Zoo
The Georgetown Zoo was opened in 1952 on the territory of the botanical gardens. The area of the zoo is almost 50 hectares. It is home to about 30 species of mammals, including jaguars, cougars, otters, tapirs, as well as 49 species of birds, 20 species of fish and 15 species of reptiles. The botanical garden near the zoo is very beautiful, well-groomed, it is pleasant and interesting to walk in it.
Orinduik waterfall
The waterfall is located on the Ireng River. It is one of the largest in the country. The waters of the waterfall flow down numerous terraces and cascades. Their total height is 25 meters, and width is 150. The banks of the waterfall are covered with lush and wild greenery. Swimming in the water of Orinduica is very pleasant and comfortable. The flow has a massage effect, and the water containing tannin makes the hair soft and silky.
Shell Beach
In addition to sand, shells and waves, you can see amazing animals on this beach. Four of the eight known species of sea turtles come to the 140 km long beach to lay their eggs. It's best to watch it at night. In a natural environment for animals, you can even take multiple pictures. Shell Beach is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Georgetown lighthouse
The only lighthouse in the country at the mouth of the Demerara River at the entrance to the port of Georgetown. In 1817, the Dutch built a wooden lighthouse. And in 1830 the first stone of the new tower-type lighthouse was laid. It reaches 21 meters in height. The lighthouse serves ships that enter the capital's port and is one of the main attractions of Georgetown.
Fly Rodeo
Fly is a city on the banks of the Takutu River. One of the most interesting events of the year is the Rupununi Rodeo. They say that the American Ben Hart founded the holiday. The rodeo takes place every year during the Easter holidays. It attracts professional cowboys who turn the holiday into a cultural and sports festival.
Essequibo river
The largest river in Guyana is called Essequibo. Its length is 1000 km. On its way, it flows through forests, savannas, forms numerous rapids and waterfalls. Among them are the waterfalls Pot and Murrace. Also, some of its sites are dotted with small islands. According to existing estimates, their number reaches 360 pieces.
