Time Zone |
America/Guyana |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC-4 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Time Zone |
Africa/Asmara |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+3 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Mabaruma is the capital of the Barima-Waini region of Guyana, located in the northwestern border region of the country, near the Venezuelan border. The town is situated on the Mabaruma Ridge, about 30 meters above sea level, and is surrounded by tropical rainforest, with a tropical rainforest climate that is warm and humid throughout the year.
Mabaruma is located in a remote part of Guyana and is known for its rich biodiversity, with the surrounding rainforest being the habitat of numerous wildlife species. The region's economy is based on agriculture, with crops such as coconuts and citrus, while forestry and small-scale mining have also developed. Due to its location near the Atlantic Ocean, fishing is also an important source of livelihood for the local population.
Mabaruma has a small, culturally diverse population of mainly indigenous Indians and people of African descent. The town's infrastructure is relatively simple, with a small airport (Mabaruma Airport) connecting it to the capital city of Georgetown and serving as a regional transportation hub. Visitors can experience the pristine rainforest and indigenous culture, but tourism is still in its infancy.
Tesseney is an important border town in Eritrea's western Gash Barka province, strategically located along the Barka River next to Sudan. As a key trade route between Eritrea and Sudan, Tesseney has a vibrant marketplace dominated by agricultural products (e.g. cotton, sesame) and livestock, and is a blend of the cultures of the two countries. Historically, Tesseney was an important stronghold during the Eritrean War of Independence, and today retains colonial architecture and remnants of the war, attracting history buffs. The city's hot and dry climate, with an average annual temperature of around 30°C, and the surrounding vast Savannah landscape and river scenery make it both a trading and tourist destination, and a window into western Eritrea.