Guyana Travel OverviewGuyana; or British Guyana; was the first of the three Guyana's to be independent. Before may 1966 it was the only British colony on the South American mainland. Guyana borders on Suriname ; French Guiana and Brazil . Georgetown the capital is the largest city. New amsterdam is a an old Dutch town. The Dutch and the English had eternal wars in the Guyana's and the borders changed a lot. Kaieteur falls in the south of the country is a spectacular attraction. The falls are 5 times higher than Niagara and located in the middle of an unspoilt rainforest. A hike in the tropical rainforest will be an unforgettable experience. Popular Destinations | 