GEOGRAPHY THROUGH MAPS
Guiana Highlands
The Guiana Highlands lie north of the Amazon lowlands and south of much of the Orinoco, extending across northern South America’s shield country.
Fast Facts
- Important sectors occur in Venezuela, Guyana and northern Brazil, with the wider shield extending farther east.
- Flat-topped tepuis rise above surrounding terrain, especially in the Venezuelan sector.
- Streams drain toward the Orinoco and Amazon systems; Angel Falls descends from Auyán-tepui.
Connected lessons
- Guiana HighlandsMap, explanation and practice
Geographical connections
- OrinocoRelated places
- Angel FallsRelated places
- Amazon BasinRelated places
- Brazilian HighlandsRelated places
- Churún RiverRelated places