Brief History and Contemporary Information of Guyana:
Guyana is a Caribbean country located in South America. Guyana’s year of first colonial contact took place in the 1600’s, approximately around 1616. The original colonial power was the Dutch. Guyana received their independence on May 26th, 1966, from Britain. Guyana is a very diverse country; the primary language spoken is English and Guyanese creole but there are numerous other languages spoken in Guyana. These languages are: “Portuguese, Saint Lucian Creole French, Urdu, Chinese, Akawaio, Arawak, Atorada, Berbice Creole Dutch, Caribbean, Hindustani, Macushi, Mapidian, Mauayana, Patamona, Pemon, Skepi Creole Dutch, Waiwai, Wapishana and Warao”. As of July 2011, there was an estimate of 744, 768 individuals living in Guyana.
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Popular Food Associated With Guyana
One popular food that is made and eaten in Guyana is Curry Chicken. For more information and how to make Curry Chicken, check out the video posted
International Artist Born In Guyana
One musical artist born in Guyana is Eddy Grant. Grant is an international sensation that is associated with the genres of soca, calypso, and reggae. One reggae song that Eddy produced is titled ‘War Party’, to listen, check out the video posted below.
Music- Eddy Grant: Song- War Party
