The region was originally populated by the Galibi Amerindians who used to live on the river. There were numerous attempts to establish colonies before the setting up of a penal colony in 1852.
With the French Guyanese Space Center, Kourou has opened up its horizons considerably.
Visit the penal colony on the Iles du Salut - the Montagne des Pères footpath - the Rock Carvings at la Carapa - Visit the French Guyanese Space Center - watch an Ariane rocket being launched - visit the Space Museum - trips on the Kourou River - Amerindian craftwork - Sea fishing - sailing trips.
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