The flag of Guyana, often referred to as the Golden Arrowhead, is composed of a green background with a black-edged red equilateral triangle positioned on the left side, superimposed on a larger white-edged yellow isosceles triangle. Each color in the flag holds significant symbolism: red represents enthusiasm and dynamism, black signifies endurance, white symbolizes the nation's waterways and rivers, yellow embodies the richness of Guyana's mineral resources, and green reflects the country's thriving agricultural sector and lush forests. This flag design encapsulates Guyana's natural wealth, resilience, and vibrant spirit, highlighting the diverse elements that contribute to the nation's identity and development.
| Proportion: | 3:5 |
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| Adopted: | May 26, 1966 |
| Designed by: | Whitney Smith |
| Flag image: | Animated GIF (25 frames looped) |
| Flag emoji code: | 🇬🇾 |
The coat of arms of Guyana is a rich emblem reflecting the nation's cultural heritage and key industries. It features a crest resembling an Amerindian headdress, representing the indigenous people, also known as the Cacique's Crown, flanked by two diamonds symbolizing the mining industry. Two jaguars act as supporters, grasping a pickaxe, sugar cane, and a stalk of rice, which symbolize the country's agriculture and mining. The shield displays the Victoria Amazonica lily, the national flower, while three blue wavy lines represent the country's main rivers. The Canje Pheasant, the national bird, is also depicted. The national motto, "One people, One nation, One destiny," appears on a ribbon beneath the shield, encapsulating the unity and shared aspirations of the Guyanese people.
Guyana, officially the Guyana Co-operative Republic, is a sovereign state on the northern mainland of South America. Its capital is Georgetown, and its population is about 790,329 (2021). According to its land and sea borders, it borders with Barbados, Brazil, Suriname, Trinidad and Tobago, and Venezuela.
| Capital and largest city: | Georgetown |
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| Other major cities: | Linden, New Amsterdam |
| Official language: | English |
| Region: | South America |
| Ethnic groups: | 39.8% Indian, 29.3% African, 19.9% Mixed, 10.5% Indigenous Amerindian, 0.5% Others |
| Religions: | 63% Christian, 24.8% Hindu, 6.8% Muslim, 2.6% Other, 3.1% None |
| Nationality name: | Guyanese |
| Area: | 214,970 km² (83,000 sq mi) |
| Population: | 790,329 (2021) |
| Country codes: | GY, GUY (ISO 3166) |
| Internet Top-Level Domain: | .gy |
| Calling code: | +592 |
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