French Guiana Travel Guide
French Overseas Department
Did you know?
The population of French Guiana is around 298.7 thous., which puts the territory in 178. place in terms of population (out of 231 countries and dependent territories).
How far is it?
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The distance between Cayenne (GF) and Warsaw (PL) is 5247 miles
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Cities and Top Tourist Attractions
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Facts and Figures
Fundamental socio-economic statistical data pertaining to the country
Population | 178 / 231 Ranking | 298 682 black or mulatto 66%, white 12%, East Indian, Chinese, Amerindian 12%, other 10% |
Area | 117 / 230 Ranking | 32.4 thous. mi² It is approximately 27% of the territory of Poland. |
Life expectancy | 78 / 196 Ranking | 77.3 Life expectancy expressed in years.men 73.8women 80.8 |
Literacy | 77 / 131 Ranking | 83% Ability to read, write and count. |
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