The Rupununi is one of the most picturesque places in Guyana. it is filled with lush grasslands, exotic animals, beautiful mountains and wonderful people. The Rupununi is mostly inhabited by the Indigenous tribes and way of life remains almost the same. The name Rupununi originates from the word rapon in Makushi which is a black-bellied whistling duck found along the river.
The Rupununi River is one of the main tributaries of the Essequibo River and is located in southern Guyana. The river originates in the Kanuku Mountains, which are located in the Upper Takutu-Essequibo region. The Rupununi River flows near the Guyana-Brazil border, and eventually leads into the Essequibo River.
Here are some of the everyday sights that people living in the Rupununi experiences. The images were taken from The Rupununi Experience Facebook Page. (Times Sunday Magazine)
