Wakapau
The Arawak village of Wakapau (or Wakapoa) is located in the Pomeroon-Supenaam Region of Guyana, claimed by Venezuela as part of Delta Amacuro state, who is localizated in the Guayana Esequiba, on the Wakapau River, a tributary on the west bank of the Pomeroon River, 3 kilometres (1.9 mi) from its mouth, located at 07°31′N 58°48′W.
Wakapau | |
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Village | |
  Wakapau Location in Guayana Esequiba | |
| Coordinates: 07°31′N 58°48′W | |
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| Region State | Pomeroon-Supenaam (Delta Amacuro state by Venezuela) |
The village is one of the best examples of an Amerindian community that has not only preserved the traditional Arawak culture, but also retained its tribal language.
References
- "Official Announcements". Archived from the original on 8 September 2016. Retrieved 28 July 2016.
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