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IANA Time Zone |
America/Guyana |
Apotari time compared to Beijing time (China) |
12 hours ahead |
Apoteri, Guyana: an indigenous settlement deep in the interior rainforest
Located in the remote Potaro-Siparuni region of western Guyana, Apoteri is one of the largest inland indigenous villages in the Caribbean. Nestled on the banks of a tributary of the Essequibo River, it is surrounded by dense Amazonian rainforest and can only be reached by small plane or a few days' boat ride. The settlement is dominated by the Patamona Indians and retains a deep traditional culture and system of self-governance.
Natural Ecology and Sustainable Development Practices
Apoteri is surrounded by Guyana's highest waterfall, the Kaieteur Falls, and pristine tropical ecosystems. The village is known for its community-led eco-tourism, where visitors can experience jungle trekking, bird watching and traditional hunting. Sustainable resource management is practiced in the area, and international carbon credit funding has been awarded for forest conservation, demonstrating the key role of indigenous communities in biodiversity conservation.
Cultural Characteristics and Life Style
The inhabitants maintain a subsistence economy based on agriculture, fishing and handicrafts, with handmade weavings and wood carvings. The village infrastructure is simple and relies on solar power for electricity, reflecting a blend of tradition and modern technology. More than just a geographically remote place, Apoteri is a symbol of Guyana's aboriginal cultural resilience and rainforest guardianship.
Apotari Sunrise/Sunset Today,
Today is 2026-02-27
Sunrise Time
06:06
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18:08
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