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Imataka Mountains

Coordinates: 7°45′N 61°00′W / 7.750°N 61.000°W / 7.750; -61.000
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The Imataka Mountains are located in the north-west of Guyana and north-east of Venezuela.

The area is extremely rich in forest, water and mineral resources. Huge deposits of iron ore are known. Manganese deposits are found in north-west Guyana, while gold and diamonds, among other minerals, are found in the Barima, Mazaruni, Cuyuni and Potaro areas.

Imataka Mountains from Guayana City

7°45′N 61°00′W / 7.750°N 61.000°W / 7.750; -61.000