Leguan Island

Leguan Island is a small island located in the Essequibo River delta on the coast of Guyana, South America. It was named by the Dutch after the abundant iguanas found on the island. The island is nine miles (14 kilometers) long and two miles (3.2 kilometers) wide at its widest point, making it around 12 miles (19 kilometers) square in area. Iguanas were plentiful when people first came on the area, earning the name Leguan Island.

Visitors flock to admire the island's religious structures, which are its pride and joy. The bell tower that accompanies St. Peter's Church is said to be the best brick edifice in Guyana. The statue of Hanuman, which stands 52 feet (15.8 meters) tall, is well worth seeing. The statue is close to another popular tourist attraction, the Rama Krishna Mandir, which was dedicated in 2016. Leguan used to have gorgeous beaches, but most of them have vanished naturally, leaving only four: the High Sand Beach, Dauntless Beach, and two more near Waterloo and Phoenix that only appear during low tide.

Location: Essequibo River