General Country Information 🌍
| Capital | Georgetown |
| Country | Guyana |
| Currency | Guyanese dollar |
| Main religion | Christianity |
In numbers… 📐
| Female | 50.3% |
| Gdp | $4.2B |
| Size | 214,969 km² |
| Population | 786,559 |
| Population density | 3.6 / km² |
| Kids per female | 2.5 |
| City population | 31.9% |
Weather ⛅
| Winter | 26∘C |
| Summer | 32∘C |
Language and Education 🔬
| Main Language | English |
| Population able to read | 98.6% |
| Population with a college degree | 11.2% |
| Population able to speak english | 66.5% |
Well-being 💉
| Air quality | 45 (AQI) |
| Is tab water drinkable? | NA |
Safety 👮
| LGBT friendly? | No |
| Crime | 5.5/10 |
Transportation ✈️
| Driving side | Left |
| Main airline | Fly Jamaica Airways |
| Main airport | Cheddi Jagan International Airport |
Costs and Prices 🤑
| Cash required for everyday purchases | yes |
Prices for Everyday Goods 💰
| Item | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Bottle water | $1.5 |
| Cigarettes | $2 |
| Burger | $5 |
| Coffee | $2 |
| Beer | $3 |
Accomedation Costs 🛌
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Flat | $250/month |
| Hotel 3 star | $50/night |
| Hotel 5 star | $100/night |
Transportation Costs 🚐
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Cab | $10/10km |
| Petrol | $1.20/l |
| Rental car | $50/day |
| Public transportation | $5/daypass |
| Bike rental | $10/day |
Taxes 💸
| Type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Tax rate | 20% |
| Vat | 14% |
Average Income 💼
| Income | $5000 |
Tipping 💁️
| Is tipping required? | Yes |
| Location | Tipping Amount |
|---|---|
| Cab | 10% |
| Restaurant | 10-15% |
| Bar | 10-15% |
| Coffeeshop | 10% |
| Services | 10-15% |
Digital 🤖
| Internet speed | 43.52/MBits |
| Tld | .gy |
| Free wifi | 6/10 |
| Population with access to internet | 65% |
| Phone mobile data | $10 for 10GB |
Electricity 🔌
| Power grid | 75% (Uptime) |
| Sockets | Type G |
Shopping 🛒
Opening Times 🕰
| Closing days | Sunday |
| Closing times | 6:00 PM |
| Opening times | 8:00 AM |
Most popular Stores 🏪
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| Online shopping | Amazon |
| Supermarket | Massy Stores |
| Pharmacy | New GPC |
| Drugstore | Bounty Drug Store |
Fun and Relaxation 😃
Bars and Nightlife 🕺
| Closing hour of bars and clubs | 2:00 AM |
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Nightlife | NA/10 |
| Bars | 7/10 |
Parks and leisure 🎢
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Holiday Parks | 5/10 |
| Public Parks | 7/10 |
| Swimming | 6/10 |
Sports ⚽
| Most popular Sport | Cricket |
Food 🍕️
| Food Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Pepperpot | A hearty stew made with meat, vegetables, and spices | $5-$10 |
| Curry | A flavorful dish made with meat, vegetables, and curry powder | $5-$10 |
| Roti | A flatbread made with flour, water, and oil | $2-$5 |
| Chowmein | A stir-fried noodle dish made with vegetables, meat, and spices | $5-$10 |
| Cook-up rice | A dish made with rice, beans, meat, and vegetables | $5-$10 |
| Fried plantains | Sliced plantains that are fried until golden brown | $2-$5 |
| Cassava bread | A flatbread made with cassava flour | $2-$5 |
| Black pudding | A type of sausage made with pork blood, rice, and spices | $2-$5 |
| Pholourie | A deep-fried ball made with split peas and spices | $2-$5 |
| Sweet potato pone | A type of cake made with sweet potatoes, flour, and sugar | $2-$5 |
Drinks 🍻️
| Drink Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Mauby | A sweet, non-alcoholic drink made from the bark of the mauby tree | $1.50 |
| Sorrel | A refreshing, non-alcoholic drink made from the calyces of the sorrel plant | $1.50 |
| Ginger beer | A spicy, non-alcoholic drink made from ginger, sugar, and water | $1.50 |
| Coconut water | The clear liquid inside a coconut | $1.00 |
| Rum punch | A cocktail made with rum, fruit juices, and spices | $5.00 |
Souvenirs 👜
| Souvenir | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Amerindian Artifacts | Handcrafted items made by indigenous people, such as baskets, carvings, and jewelry | $10-$100 |
| El Dorado Rum | A popular Guyanese rum, known for its smooth taste and rich flavor | $15-$30 |
| Kaieteur Falls Postcards | Postcards featuring the stunning Kaieteur Falls, one of the highest waterfalls in the world | $5-$10 |
| Guyana Flag T-shirts | T-shirts with the Guyana flag, a symbol of national pride | $10-$20 |
| Pepperpot Seasoning | A spicy seasoning made from cassareep, a fermented cassava juice, and other ingredients | $5-$10 |
| Golden Arrowhead Jewelry | Jewelry featuring the Golden Arrowhead, the national symbol of Guyana | $20-$50 |
| Guyana Coffee | A rich and flavorful coffee grown in Guyana | $10-$20 |
| Handmade Pottery | Handcrafted pottery made by local artisans, featuring unique designs and patterns | $15-$50 |
| Kapok Silk Scarves | Scarves made from kapok, a natural fiber known for its softness and durability | $20-$40 |
| Guyana Hammocks | Handwoven hammocks made from cotton or nylon, perfect for relaxing in the shade | $30-$60 |
Holidays 🍹
| Holiday Name | Time | Description |
|---|---|---|
| New Year’s Day | January 1 | Celebrates the start of a new year |
| Republic Day | February 23 | Commemorates the establishment of the Republic of Guyana |
| Phagwah | March (Varies) | Hindu festival of colors |
| Easter Monday | March/April (Varies) | Christian holiday celebrating the resurrection of Jesus Christ |
| Labour Day | May 1 | Celebrates the contributions of workers |
| Independence Day | May 26 | Commemorates the independence of Guyana from the United Kingdom |
| Emancipation Day | August 1 | Commemorates the abolition of slavery in Guyana |
| Caribbean Community Day | July 3 | Celebrates the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) |
| Deepavali | October/November (Varies) | Hindu festival of lights |
| Christmas Day | December 25 | Christian holiday celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ |
| Boxing Day | December 26 | Day after Christmas, often celebrated with sporting events and family gatherings |
News 📰
| Medium | Name |
|---|---|
| Newspaper | Guyana Chronicle |
| Online news | Stabroek News |
| Tv | National Communications Network (NCN) |
| Radio | Radio Demerara |