Zeelandia, Guyana
Village in Essequibo Islands-West Demerara, Guyana / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Not to be confused with Fort Zeelandia (Guyana).
Zeelandia, a community in the Essequibo Islands-West Demerara region of Guyana.
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Zeelandia | |
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Coordinates: 7°01′N 58°27′W | |
Country | Guyana |
Region | Essequibo Islands-West Demerara |
Population (2012)[1] | |
• Total | 211 |
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Zeelandia is one of many villages and plantations on Wakenaam, the most developed of the Essequibo River islands. The village is named after the sugar plantation Zeelandia.[2]
Located at the extreme northern end of the island facing the Atlantic Ocean, Zeelandia is a fishing village. The area is subject to land degradation and flooding.[3]
Zeelandia is also home to many agricultural farms, growing items such as rice, coconut, and various other fruits and vegetables.[2]