French Guiana is an overseas department of France located on the northeastern coast of South America. It is bordered by Brazil to the south and east, Suriname to the west, and the Atlantic Ocean to the north. Unlike most of its neighbors, it is not an independent country but an integral part of France and the European Union, with the euro as its currency. The capital, Cayenne, is the main cultural and economic center. French is the official language, though Creole and several Indigenous languages are also spoken. The region is covered mostly by tropical rainforest, making it one of the most biodiverse areas in the world. French Guiana is home to the Guiana Space Centre, a major European spaceport that launches satellites and rockets. Its economy is tied to France, supported by subsidies, fishing, gold mining, and aerospace activity. Culturally, it reflects Indigenous, African, and European traditions.