PEOPLE OF FRENCH GUIANA
The population of French Guiana who thrive along the coastal regions is known for their cultural diversity and ethnic multiplicity. Among the ethnic group settled in this region mention can be made of:
• The Mulattos People (who are a blend of black and white origin).
• The Haitian community
• And, the Creole population.
The smaller groups thriving here are: The Asian community: Hmong (Laos), Chinese (Hongkong & Zhejiang), Saint Lucia, Maroons and Amerindians.
Roman Catholicism is the sole religion thriving here. The official language of this region is French though American Indian languages are also spoken here. Taki Taki is quite common with the black origins settled here. Hinduism and Islam were slowly introduced in this region that gained wide acceptance.
The people of French Guiana indulge in greeting each other with a hello, which is said through the word “Salut” in their native language. Comment “allez vous” that means “How are you?” is even frequently used among themselves. Festival is an important way through which one socializes with another. These people reside in colorful huts covered with thatched roofs that are usually painted in light blue or yellow tones.
ARTS, CULTURE AND MUSIC OF FRENCH GUIANA
Art: The Black, the American Indian and the Vietnamese have influenced the origin of folk art within this region while coming up with crafts made of textiles, pottery, and wood carving.
Culture: French Guiana's, enjoy watching television or going for a movie during their leisure hours. The young crowd is even attracted towards the ongoing disco clubs, cafes, and dance club. Beaches along the Cayenne offer a suitable location for picnicking and swimming. One even indulges in recreational activity like boating, swimming, fishing and playing soccer.
