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archaeology
Fort Zeelandia stands on Fort Island in the Essequibo River. Its surviving brickwork recalls the Dutch colonial settlement and defences of the region. The roofless blockhouse walls reveal worn openings, broken edges and the texture of centuries-old masonry.
Source: National Trust of Guyana
architecture
Georgetown City Hall is a distinctive example of the city's wooden civic architecture. Its tall pointed tower, decorative balconies and steep roofs create an instantly recognisable outline. The building has been the subject of a major restoration project.
Source: National Trust of Guyana
cultural places
The Umana Yana is a distinctive benab, or meeting house, in Georgetown. After fire destroyed the earlier building, Wai Wai craftspeople rebuilt it in 2016. Its large thatched roof and timber structure celebrate skilled building traditions while providing a place for gatherings.
architecture
St George's Cathedral stands in Guyana's capital, Georgetown. Its Gothic forms are expressed through wooden construction, making it a prominent part of the city's architectural heritage. The building provides a different way to read Guyana's history through a working urban landmark, alongside the natural landscapes for which the country is often known.
Source: Guyana Tourism Authority
architecture
Stabroek Market is a familiar landmark in Georgetown. Its iron structure and prominent clock tower make the market frontage easy to recognise. The tower rises above low gabled roofs where the city's busy market life gathers below.
Source: National Trust of Guyana
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