Georgetown

Georgetown extends along the Atlantic coast at the mouth of the Demerara River, featuring colonial wooden buildings and wide tree-lined avenues throughout its districts.

The Dutch established this settlement in 1781, and the British moved the capital here in 1812 during their colonial administration of what was then British Guiana.

The Walter Roth Museum of Anthropology contains exhibits of Amerindian artifacts, displaying the heritage of Guyana's indigenous populations through historical collections.

The central Stabroek Market operates daily from sunrise to sunset, offering fresh produce, household items, and local crafts under its cast-iron clock tower structure.

St. George's Cathedral, constructed entirely of wood in 1892, reaches a height of 43.5 meters, making it among the highest wooden churches in existence.

Location: Demerara-Mahaica

Inception: 1781

Elevation above the sea: 3 m

GPS coordinates: 6.81374,-58.16245

Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:04