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St. Cuthbert's Mission (Lokono: Pakuri) is an Amerindian village on the Mahaica River in the Demerara-Mahaica region (Region 4) of Guyana. It comprises approximately 200 households. [2] [3] [4] St. Cuthbert's is regarded by many people in Guyana as the "cultural capital" for Amerindians. [4]
- St. Cuthbert’s Mission Or Pakuri Village?
- Region 4, Or Region 5?
- St. Cuthbert’s Mission Is A Piece of Nature Preserved
- Education in Pakuri Village
- Economic Activities in Pakuri Village
- Modernization
St. Cuthbert’s Mission was originally named Pakuri Village by the founders, and most indigenous people who live there prefer to identify as residents of Pakuri Village. However, the official name of the village is still St. Cuthbert’s Mission. The village was renamed St. Cuthbert’s Mission in honor of the Scottish Saint Cuthbert by a group of Angli...
St. Cuthbert’s Mission is located mostly in Region 4, but a part of the village extends into Region 5 since it is located at the boundary of the two regions. Nevertheless, the village is administered by the Regional Democratic Council of Region 4.
The village of Pakuri is free of the noises, pollution, and complexities of the industrial world. It is reminiscent of a natural paradise which takes you back in time as you observe the beauty of an environment as nature intended it, listen to the sounds of birds and other animals, observe the natural vegetation and plant life, and so many other as...
Pakuri Village sports a nursery school, primary school, and a secondary school. Most children of Pukuri Village complete their education at the St. Cuthbert’s Secondary School, but those who perform exceptionally well may be transferred to the city through government funded scholarship programs or on their own accord. After high school, students of...
Pakuri Village is known as a logging community, and the men are skilled loggers. Consequently, the men may take up occupation as loggers in Pakuri or in other remote areas across the country. The women of Pakuri village sometimes employ themselves in small-scale farming, arts and crafts, and small businesses. Women also work at the three schools an...
One resident of St. Cuthbert’s Mission related to this publication that, despite its reputation for being a nature resort, recent moves in modernization have led to some amount of noise and air pollution. Despite these recent developments, St. Cuthbert’s Mission is still spacious and peaceful enough to provide an escape into a peaceful, natural env...
Sep 3, 2023 · One of the striking characteristics of St. Cuthbert’s Mission is the beauty and diversity of the community. The village is the only Amerindian settlement located in the Mahaica River and is considered by many to be the cultural capital of Region 4.
Apr 17, 2022 · St. Cuthbert’s Mission, located deep within the Mahaica River, will certainly provide this experience. Through the guidance of the Authority, this village, which recently celebrated its 133rd Anniversary, has implemented a number of hygiene and sanitation protocols to ensure the absolute safety of guests.
Apr 28, 2014 · Pakuri, aka St. Cuthbert's Mission, is an Amerindian village in northern Guyana. It was founded in the late 1800s and today, it is definitely worth a visit!
Oct 4, 2014 · St Cuthbert’s Mission is an Amerindian settlement 60+ miles down the Mahaica River. It is the only one in the Demerara-Mahaica region with a small portion extending into neighbouring...
Oct 11, 2015 · Hidden behind thick forest, about eleven miles off the Soesdyke-Linden Highway St Cuthbert’s Mission sits amid a vast display of flora and fauna and is home to more than 1,200 Indigenous...
