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French Guiana flag French Guiana

Europe in the Amazon

Overview

An overseas department of France on South America's northeast coast, home to the Guiana Space Centre, dense Amazon rainforest, and a unique Franco-Creole culture.

Geographic Context

Region
Americas
Subregion
South America
Land Area
83,534 km²
Capital
Cayenne
Languages
French
Currencies
Euro (€)

At a Glance

Median Age
25.2 yrs

Society & Governance

Health
WHO Health Indicators
Median Age 25.2
Population
Demographics & Census
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Society
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Government
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International

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Sources: World Bank | WHO | Freedom House | OECD · Last updated: 2025

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