What are the major landforms in French Guiana?

- Coastal Lowlands:

These lowlands extend from the Atlantic coast and stretch nearly 20-50 km inland. The zone consists mainly of mangrove swamps, mud flats, and some sandy beaches.

- Inini Basin:

The Inini Basin, located in central and southern French Guiana, is characterized by vast savannas, dense rainforest, and small seasonal streams. Marécages (seasonally flooded grasslands) and gallery forests are also found within this basin.

- Guiana Highlands:

Rising from the Inini Basin are the Guiana Highlands, occupying the south and southeast regions. The region is dominated by ancient crystalline rocks, rolling hills, and plateaus with elevations reaching up to 850 meters (2,789 ft) above sea level.

- Tumucumaque Mountains:

The Tumucumaque Mountains form the southern boundary of French Guiana. They are part of the Guiana Shield and run along the border with Brazil. The mountains feature steep slopes and dense rainforest with many rivers and waterfalls.

- Emirie Tablelands:

Found in the north of French Guiana, the Emirie Tablelands are composed of sandstone plateaus with elevations around 200 meters (656 ft). They are covered in savanna vegetation with some patches of rainforest.

- Kaw Mountains:

The Kaw Mountains are located in the northeast of the region. They are characterized by rugged terrain, sharp peaks, and dense rainforest. Mont Kaw (720 meters/2,362 ft) is the highest point in the Kaw Mountains and the entire French Guiana.