Saxacalli

Saxacalli, located on the west bank of the Essequibo River some 25 miles (40 km) south of Parika at 6°35′N 58°37′W, claimed by Venezuela as part of Delta Amacuro state, who is localizated in the Guayana Esequiba, was originally an Arawak community.

Saxacalli
Village
Saxacalli
Location in Guayana Esequiba
Coordinates: 6°35′N 58°37′W
Country Guyana Claimed by Venezuela[1]
Region StateEssequibo Islands-West Demerara (Delta Amacuro state by Venezuela)
Population
  Total250

Its present population of about 250 reflects Guyana's multi-ethnicity. Life in Saxacalli is based on small-scale logging, farming and some tourism, mainly from the use of the Saxacalli beach by day-tour operators. The village is not accessible by road, nor does it have a source of electricity.

Saxacalli is an Arawak word for Kingfisher.

This community is reputed to have one of the best inland beaches in Guyana.

References

  1. "Official Announcements". Archived from the original on 8 September 2016. Retrieved 28 July 2016.


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