Culture of Guyana

Guyanese culture reflects the influence of African, Indian, Amerindian, Chinese, Portuguese, Dutch and Spanish cultures. Guyana is one of a few mainland territories of South America that is considered to be a part of the Caribbean region. Guyanese culture shares many commonalities with the cultures of islands in the West Indies, * Amerindian Heritage Month (September) * Indian Arrival Day * Emancipation * Mashramani * Phagwah * carnival

Culture of Guyana

Guyanese culture reflects the influence of African, Indian, Amerindian, Chinese, Portuguese, Dutch and Spanish cultures. Guyana is one of a few mainland territories of South America that is considered to be a part of the Caribbean region. Guyanese culture shares many commonalities with the cultures of islands in the West Indies, * Amerindian Heritage Month (September) * Indian Arrival Day * Emancipation * Mashramani * Phagwah * carnival