Hogg Island

Hogg Island is the most beautiful islands in Guyana. It is also believed to be larger than a number of Caribbean islands. The island was discovered by the Dutch, who named it for the many wild hogs that lived there. However, none of the hogs are there at the moment. Despite being the largest island, it has a population of only a few hundred individuals, the majority of whom have relocated for better prospects. The greater portion of the island, which has remained untouched by humans, has returned to nature, while the areas where people do reside have been transformed to agricultural land. Aside from that, Hogg Island has a rich history, having been colonized by the British after being ruled by the Dutch. There are still remnants of that time, the most renowned of which is the Dutch brick windmill.

This island is larger than many Caribbean islands, with a total size of 60 square kilometers (23 square miles). Its 250 people work primarily in rice and ground supplies farming. Although the population has reduced significantly due to migration to other parts of Guyana, Hogg Island still contains a primary school and a church.

Location: Essequibo River