Wednesday, June 9, 2010

- Parika

- Parika is a port township located in the Essequibo Islands-West Demerara region of Guyana. It is popular for its ferry service, operated by the Ministry of Transportation, to and from the Essequibo Islands and West Demerara area. It is also notable for its Sunday markets. The East Bank, Essequibo township has seen considerable developments and investments by the private sector, especially in the area of financial services. Parika has more banks than anywhere else in the region. There is also the popular Bushy Park Beach. It is also a major hub for land transport, since it is a route stop for local taxis commonly called 'buses'.
The harbor

Dockside

Little restaurant on a lake
The scene at the Port of Parika
The port at Parika

Fruitmarket at Parika ferry stellingFruitmarket at Parika ferry stelling

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