Guyana
Geographical & General info
- Capital: Georgetown
- Population: approx. 800,000
- Languages: English (official), Guyanese Creole
- Area: 214,969 km²
- Time Zone: UTC-4 (GYT)
- Currency: Guyanese dollar (GYD)
- Flag colors: Green, yellow, red, white, black
- National Day: February 23 (Mashramani / Republic Day)
- National Anthem: Dear Land of Guyana, of Thy People Happy free
- Neighboring countries: Venezuela, Brazil, Suriname
Top 15 Largest cities
- Georgetown
- Linden
- New Amsterdam
- Anna Regina
- Bartica
- Skeldon
- Rosignol
- Mahaica
- Parika
- Vreed en Hoop
- Lethem
- Mabaruma
- Mahdia
- Ituni
- Kuru Kururu
Top 15 Attractions
- Kaieteur Falls (Kaieteur National Park)
- Iwokrama Rainforest Centre
- Rupununi Savannah
- St. George's Cathedral (Georgetown)
- Shell Beach
- Orinduik Falls
- Stabroek Market (Georgetown)
- Mount Roraima (Guyana side)
- Arrowpoint Nature Resort
- Promenade Gardens & Botanical Gardens
- Kanuku Mountains
- Guyana National Museum
- Essequibo River & Fort Island
- Dadanawa Ranch
- Surama Eco-Lodge
Climate and Nature
Guyana features a tropical rainforest climate characterized by high temperatures and humidity year-round. Over 80% of its land area is covered by pristine rainforests, complemented by dramatic single-drop waterfalls, the sprawling Rupununi Savannah, and extensive river networks.
Culture and Gastronomy
Guyanese culture represents a rich tapestry of East Indian, Afro-Caribbean, and Indigenous heritages, sharing deep cultural ties with the West Indies. Local cuisine features signature dishes like 'Pepperpot' (an Indigenous meat stew made with cassareep), 'Roti', and 'Cook-up rice'.
Economy
Guyana's economy is undergoing unprecedented growth driven by major offshore oil discoveries. Alongside the booming petroleum sector, gold and bauxite mining, sugarcane, rice production, and eco-tourism remain important pillars.
Did you know?
- Kaieteur Falls is the world's largest single-drop waterfall measured by the volume of water flowing over it?
- Guyana is the only country in South America where English is the official national language?
- The name 'Guyana' stems from an indigenous Amerindian word meaning "Land of Many Waters"?
- St. George's Cathedral in Georgetown is one of the tallest freestanding wooden churches in the world?
- The traditional national dish 'Pepperpot' can be preserved for weeks without refrigeration simply by boiling it daily, thanks to cassareep?
Live footage: Discover Guyana via webcams and livestreams
Watch the most current webcams in Guyana and enjoy real-time footage from beautiful locations. Whether you want to check the current weather, see the crowds at points of interest, or simply want to daydream with a livestream from Guyana: our interactive map points you to the best camera viewpoints.
All webcam locations in Guyana: Weather & Info
In the list below you'll find all available webcams from Guyana in alphabetical order. Click on a city for the full live connection, current temperature, wind speed and local weather conditions for that specific place.
