French Guiana
French Guiana is a country in South America. Its capital is Cayenne, and it shares land borders with 2 countries.
- Capital
- Cayenne
- Region
- South America
- Status
- Overseas region of France
- Area
- 83,534 km² Number 116 of 240 by size
- Land borders
- 2 countries
What is the capital of French Guiana?
The capital of French Guiana is Cayenne.
Which countries border French Guiana?
French Guiana shares land borders with 2 countries: Brazil and Suriname.
| Country | Capital | Distance from Cayenne |
|---|---|---|
 Suriname | Paramaribo | 333 km (207 mi) |
 Brazil | Brasília | 2,357 km (1,464 mi) |
Distances are between capitals, in a straight line.
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