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            GUYANA
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Guyana, situated on the
northeast coast of South
America, is intersected by
many rivers, and the coastal
area comprises tidal marshes
and mangrove swamps. The
jungle in the southwest has
potential for the production
of minerals, hardwood and
hydroelectric power, but 90%
of the population live in the
coastal areas, where the
climate is moderated by sea
breezes; here rice is grown,
and vast plantations produce
sugar.
The pleasant capital city of
Georgetown was laid out by the
Dutch, who placed canals down
the middle of wide avenues.
Many of the waterways have
been filled in, forming tree-
lined walks between the
streets. The natural beauty of
the interior is the country's
main attraction, especially
the Rupununi savannah, which
is an outdoorsman's paradise.

Area (Sq. Km.): 214,970

Population: 868,000

Capital: Georgetown

Language:
English

Religion:
Christian 46%
Hindu 37%
Moslem 9%

Government Type:
Republic within the
Commonwealth of Nations.

Currency: Dollar

Embassy:
3 Palace Court,
London,
W2 4LP
0171-229-7684

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Foreign Office Advice:

Visitors should be aware that
violent crime, especially
"choke and rob" style mugging
remains a problem,
particularly in Georgetown and
Stabroek Market.

Visitors should not walk alone
at night and should take
normal precautions during
daylight hours.

Typhoid and cholera are still
present in Guyana. Malaria is
prevalent in all areas outside
Georgetown.

Travellers are advised to seek
medical advice about
immunisation before departure.

For more information ring:

 Foreign Office Travel Unit

       0171-270-4129