What does the Umana Yana signify?

“Umana Yana” is a Wai-Wai word meaning “Meeting place of the people”.

Who built the Umana Yana in Guyana?

Mr. George Henry
The first Umana Yana to be built in the city of Georgetown was erected in 1972. It was designed by Guyanese architect, Mr. George Henry and was built on the site of the old Marine’s Club. The structure took 80 days to be completed.

Who built the Liberation Monument in Guyana?

It was designed and sculpted by renowned Guyanese sculptor Ivor Thom. The monument features a man standing tall with a cutlass in one hand and a large cross attached to chains in the other hand, mirroring a rosary. It also features small figures representing women slaves to its sides.

What is the Liberation Monument in Guyana?

African Liberation Monument
The African Liberation Monument is located on High Street, Kingston, Georgetown in the Umana Yana compound. The monument pays homage to those who had endured and continues to struggle for their freedom from human bondage.

What are Benabs made of?

The word ‘benab’, a temporary shelter made of leaves and branches and supported on a framework of poles, has rightly found a place in the architectural nomenclature of Guyana.”

What is the significance of the Liberation Monument?

The Liberation Monument is a monument in Pyongyang, North Korea. It was built in 1947 to honour Red Army soldiers who took part in liberating Korea from Imperial Japanese occupation during the final stage of the Second World War. Soviet paratroopers took control of Pyongyang on August 24, 1945.

What is a Benab used for?

A benab is a ‘meeting place’ for the Indigenous People of Guyana. It is designed in such a way to protect their way of life, togetherness, and wellbeing. Residents gather there almost on monthly a bases, to discuss critical issues and make decisions that affect their lives. It is also the spot for social activities.

Where is the Indian immigration monument located in Guyana?

Palmyra Village
One year after being open-ed to the general public, the Indian Immigration Monument, located at Palmyra Village, East Berbice, directly opposite the entrance to the Berbice River Bridge, has become a popular location for locals and visitors.

Is the Umana Yana a monument or landmark?

This is a historical site in Georgetown that reminds Guyanans of their Native American Heritage. It is actually a venue for public events and governmental meetings/functions. There is a monument at the front of the building signifying Amerindian culture.

What are the names of the monuments in Guyana?

National Monuments

• Fort Zeelandia and the Court of Policy.
• Fort Kyk-Over-Al.
• Fort Nassau.
• State House.
• Red House.
• Umana Yana and the African Liberation Monument.
• 1763 Monument.
• St. George’s Cathedral.

What Benab is made out of?

palm leaves
The structure was about 55 feet high and was made from thatched allibanna and manicole palm leaves, and wallaba posts lashed together with mukru, turu and nibbi vines. No nails were used.

What is the significance of the Indian Arrival Monument in Guyana?

Indian Arrival Day is commemorated today with the unveiling of this grand monument dedicated to the memory of Indian indentured immigrants whose exertions contributed to building this nation of Guyana.