How Guyanese Hindus Are Preserving Their Religion In South America

Indentured laborers from India brought their specific brand of worship under the overarching Hindu and Muslim traditions when they came to Guyana in the 19th century. Now, Guyanese people of Indian descent form a little over 44% of the country’s population. It’s no coincidence the country also has the largest population of Hindus in the Western Hemisphere.

News, South AmericaManmeet SahniAugust 18, 2022Manmeet Sahni, Guyana, Hinduism, India, Ethnic religion, Preservation of religion, Indentured servants, Indentured servitude, Peter's Hall, Mandir, Hindu temple, Lodgies, Primary Feature, Secondary Feature Comment

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