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Guyana: Photos from Michelle Singh

September 17, 2008

Essequibo River is the longest river in Guyana. The name of the river came from the Arawak meaning “hearth- stones”. This is explained as the Arawak custom of collecting stones from the riverbanks for their firesides. The colonists remained on friendly terms with the Native Americans of the area, establishing riverside sugar and cacao plantations. Essequibo is also the name of a former Dutch colony founded in 1616 and located in the Region of Essequibo River that later became a part of British Guiana, [now Guyana.] Approximately 16 km from the mouth of the mighty Essequibo River is Fort Island. On this island are two structures: Fort Zeelandia and The Court of Policy or Dutch Church.During the period of Dutch occupation the Fort and the Court of Policy were part of a large urban settlement that extended along the northeastern section of the island. This was the seat of the Dutch administration in the colony of Essequibo.

Fort Zeelandia was constructed in 1744. It was constructed to protect the interests of the Dutch West India Company from European rivals such as the English and French who frequented the eastern coast of South America in search of the spoils of war. In addition it was meant to serve as a stronghold against internal forces such as rebellious slaves.

The Court of Policy served multiple functions. It was a store and at the same times a church, court, seat of government and a sales office. Inside the Court of Policy are the tombs of three Dutch Officials. It is the oldest non-military structure in Guyana. To this day church services are held there.
















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8 Responses to “Guyana: Photos from Michelle Singh”

  1. Annand on September 17th, 2008 2:48 pm  Vote: Add rating 0  Subtract rating 0  

    Those are beautiful photos! Great job at capturing those Michelle!

  2. Michelle Singh on September 19th, 2008 12:54 pm  Vote: Add rating 0  Subtract rating 0  

    Thanks Annand for your kind comments!

  3. Mahindra S on September 22nd, 2008 2:02 pm  Vote: Add rating 0  Subtract rating 0  

    Amateur photo wa ?? huh???? Sure gyal ?? naa me na think su
    Congrats
    Wonderful pics
    Aaaa –owww—just BARE GUYANA—-BEAUTIFUL !!

  4. tara d. on October 18th, 2008 1:57 pm  Vote: Add rating 1  Subtract rating 0  

    nice pics.thank you

  5. Ann on October 20th, 2008 12:09 am  Vote: Add rating 0  Subtract rating 0  

    Great pictures, never knew this existed in Guyana, Love to see any more about the Great Guyana,

    Thanks for posting Good Job

  6. Chuck Mohan on October 21st, 2008 9:09 pm  Vote: Add rating 0  Subtract rating 0  

    Thank you Michelle for helping to promote the historical aspects of our beautiful Guyana. Do you have anymore pictures to post?

  7. Jerry from Guyana on October 22nd, 2008 5:11 pm  Vote: Add rating 0  Subtract rating 0  

    You’ve captured Guyana beautifully!

  8. Michele Singh on October 31st, 2008 1:29 pm  Vote: Add rating 0  Subtract rating 0  

    From one Guyanese Michele Singh to another. Great pics brings back a lot of pleasant childhood memories. Haven’t gone back in over 15 years but you captured the images I hold near and dear to my heart of my beautiful homeland. Thanks for the stroll down memory lane

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