Parika | |
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.jpg) ParikaStelling (Harbour) with a ferry in the background | |
  Parika Location in Guyana | |
| Coordinates:6°51′32″N58°25′31″W / 6.8588°N 58.4252°W /6.8588; -58.4252 | |
| Country |  Guyana |
| Region | Essequibo Islands-West Demerara |
| Population (2012)[1] | |
• Total | 4,385 |
Parika is a port village located in theEssequibo Islands-West Demerara region ofGuyana. Its ferry service is operated by the Ministry of Transportation, to and from theEssequibo Islands and West Demerara area. It is a hub for land transport, since it is a route stop for local taxis commonly called "buses."
Parika is the end of the main road fromGeorgetown.[2] In 2020, work started to upgrade the road fromDemerara Harbour Bridge to Parika to a 2x2 lanedual carriageway.[3]
Parika itself is a small town, however as a gateway to the western half of Guyana, it is always busy. It is best known for its market.[4] Over 700 merchants own a stall on the market.[5] Sunday is traditionally the busiest day of the week.[4][5] Parika is home to a police station, post office, multiple hotels and a variety of restaurants.[5]
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Ferry services are offered toBartica,Leguan Island,Wakenaam andSupenaam.[6] The ferry to Bartica makes a stop atFort Island.[7] Cars need to be booked at least two hours in advance, and are not guaranteed a spot.[8]
