Annai has developed a cultural tourism product that gives visitors an insight into the traditional lifestyle of the indigenous population, rather than offering only mountain hikes and nature-based tours to visitors.
The central hilltop location of Annai is the perfect setting for the role it plays in the Rupununi region. The village is located just over a mile south of the main road.
The thatched roof houses are mainly made of clay bricks and are built close together along the top of the hills. It is a direct contrast to the sprawling villages located on the flatbed of the savannahs, which also makes the entire village much more accessible to visitors.
The small Amerindian village, made up of Makushi residents, is home to the regional administrative compound which has a health centre, police station, guesthouse and administrative offices. Although it is equipped with modern facilities, Annai remains a traditional village. (Information from Kirk Smock “Guyana Bradt Guide- Edition 2”. Photos by Ravena Gildharie)
