Wakenaam facts for kids
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| Geography | |
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| Location | Essequibo River |
| Coordinates | 6°58′12″N 58°27′00″W / 6.97005°N 58.45001°W |
| Archipelago | Essequibo Islands |
| Area | 17.5 sq mi (45 km2) |
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| Essequibo Islands-West Demerara | |
| Demographics | |
| Population | 4,000 |
Wakenaam is a beautiful island located where the Essequibo River meets the ocean in Guyana. It's about 45 square kilometers (17.5 square miles) in size. Wakenaam is one of the biggest islands in the Essequibo group, along with Leguan and Hogg Island.
The island was first settled by the Dutch in the 1700s. The name "Wakenaam" comes from a Dutch phrase meaning "waiting for a name." You can still find old Dutch graves on the island today. Like other islands in the Essequibo River, Wakenaam is known for its green plants, clear blue skies, and cool breezes from the Atlantic Ocean. Many villages are found on the island, such as Maria's Pleasure, Good Success, Sans Souci, Melville, and Zeelandia.
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People Living on Wakenaam Island
As of 2016, about 4,000 people live on Wakenaam Island. Most of the people living there are of Indian or African descent. There are also smaller groups of people from other backgrounds.
How Wakenaam Makes Money
The main way people on Wakenaam Island earn a living is through agriculture. This means farming is the most important job. Farmers grow crops like rice and coconuts. They also grow many different kinds of vegetables and root crops. People on the island also raise cattle for milk and meat. Some residents also enjoy fishing, but usually just for themselves or their families.
Famous People from Wakenaam
- Ramnaresh Sarwan (born 1980) is a well-known West Indies cricket player. He is famous for being a great batsman.
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In Spanish: Isla Guaquenám para niños
