French Guiana Prefecture Building

The French Guiana Prefecture Building (French: Hôtel de préfecture de la Guyane) is the seat of the Prefect of French Guiana. It is located in Cayenne, French Guiana, France. It was originally built as a monastery of the Jesuits. In 1762, it became the headquarters of the Colonial Government. Since 1946, it is used by the prefecture. In 1978, it became a monument historique (historic monument).

French Guiana Prefecture Building
Hôtel de préfecture de la Guyane
Location within French Guiana
General information
Town or cityCayenne
CountryFrench Guiana
Coordinates4.94047°N 52.33571°W / 4.94047; -52.33571
Completed1729 (original)
1925 (current)
ClientPrefecture of French Guiana
Ministry of Armed Forces
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