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About The Bahamas


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The map shows The Bahamas, an island country within the Lucayan Archipelago in the northwestern West Indies. It lies about 80 km (50 mi) southeast of the coast of Florida (U.S.) and north of Cuba. The archipelago consists of around 700 islands and islets and more than 2,000 cays (coral reefs), of which only about 30 are inhabited. The Bahamas share maritime borders with Cuba, Haiti, the United States, and the Turks and Caicos Islands (U.K.).

The Bahamas has a population of about 400,000 people (2024). Before European contact, the islands were inhabited by the Lucayans, an Arawakan-speaking people related to the Taíno of Cuba and Hispaniola. The capital is Nassau, located on the island of New Providence. The official language is English, and Bahamian Creole is widely spoken. The main religion is Christianity (93%), predominantly Protestant (75%).

Map of The Bahamas

Reference Map of The Bahamas Map of The Bahamas

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Dean's Blue Hole, The Bahamas
Dean's Blue Hole near Clarence Town on Long Island, Bahamas. Dean's Blue Hole is a vertical marine sinkhole with a depth of 202 meters (663 feet). It is one of the deepest known blue holes in the world.
Photo: Lucas Vimpere / Nabil Shawwa / SNSF




The Bahamas has become one of the world's foremost vacation destinations, especially for U.S. citizens. Nassau, on the island of New Providence, is the political capital and the commercial hub of the archipelago. Bimini, the westernmost island, lies about 80 km (50 mi) east of Miami, Florida, making it the closest point in The Bahamas to the U.S. mainland.

The main pillars of the Bahamian economy are tourism and offshore financial services, accounting for most of the nation's income and employment.



Official websites of The Bahamas


The Government of The Bahamas
The official website of the Government of The Commonwealth of The Bahamas.

Bahamas Tourism
The official Bahamas tourism website.



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Lynden Pindling International Airport (IATA Code: NAS - nassaulpia.com)
Official website of the airport formerly known as Nassau International Airport; it is the largest airport in the Bahamas, and the primary international gateway into the country. The airport is located about 16 kilometers (10 mi) west of Nassau City.


Major Islands of The Bahamas

1. New Providence


New Providence is the economic and demographic center of The Bahamas. More than 70 percent of the nation's population lives on the island. It is home to Nassau, the capital and largest city, which caters to visitors with hotels, banks, and tourism infrastructure. Often called the "gateway" island, New Providence serves as the main port of entry for most visitors.


2. Andros


Andros is the largest island of The Bahamas, consisting of North Andros, Mangrove Cay, and South Andros. It is covered by pine forests, wetlands, and hundreds of blue holes. The island is bordered by Andros Barrier Reef, one of the world's largest barrier reefs, making it a paradise for divers and ecotourists. Despite its size, Andros remains sparsely populated and largely undeveloped.

Surfer's Beach on Eleuthera, The Bahamas
Surfer's Beach is a renowned surfing spot on Eleuthera.
Photo: Tommaso Galli


3. Grand Bahama


Grand Bahama is the northernmost major island of The Bahamas. It is home to Freeport, the nation's second-largest city, and features long sandy beaches, mangrove wetlands, and coral reefs. The island is known for Lucayan National Park, which shelters one of the world's longest underwater cave systems. Its proximity to Florida makes it a popular weekend destination for U.S. travelers.


4. Eleuthera


Eleuthera is a long, narrow island known for its pink sand beaches and dramatic coastal scenery. The Glass Window Bridge divides the deep Atlantic Ocean from the calm Caribbean Sea. Harbour Island, just offshore, attracts visitors with colonial architecture and elegant resorts. The island's name, derived from the Greek word for "freedom," reflects its early history as a refuge for settlers. Surfer's Beach is one of Eleuthera's best-known spots for waves and coastal beauty.


4. Abaco Islands


The Abaco Islands form an archipelago of cays stretching over 200 kilometers. Great Abaco and Little Abaco are the main islands, known for pastel-colored towns such as Hope Town and Marsh Harbour. The sheltered waters are ideal for sailing, fishing, and snorkeling. Though struck by hurricanes, the islands retain their charm as the boating capital of The Bahamas.

5. Exuma Islands


Exuma is a district of The Bahamas consisting of an islands chain of 365 islands and cays, extending southeast of Nassau. The largest island is Great Exuma, home to small towns and resorts, while the northern cays are famous for the swimming pigs of Big Major Cay. The region is known for its luminous turquoise waters and vibrant marine life. Many private islands in the Exumas belong to celebrities and entrepreneurs.


6. Cat Island


Cat Island lies in the central Bahamas and is known for its unspoiled nature and local traditions. Mount Alvernia, the highest point in the country, rises here to 63 meters (206 feet) and is crowned by a small stone monastery called The Hermitage. The island's quiet settlements and long beaches attract visitors seeking peace and authenticity. Fishing and farming remain part of daily life.


7. Bimini

Bimini is the closest Bahamian island group to the U.S. coast, located just 80 km (50 mi) east of Miami. The twin islands, North and South Bimini, are known for big-game fishing and clear waters. Ernest Hemingway lived and wrote here during the 1930s. The island also draws divers to the mysterious Bimini Road, rumored to be part of the lost city of Atlantis.


8. Great Inagua

Great Inagua is the southernmost large island of The Bahamas and the second-largest by area. Its salt ponds and wetlands are home to tens of thousands of flamingos in Inagua National Park. The island's only settlement, Matthew Town, serves as a quiet port and administrative center. Inagua's remote setting makes it a haven for wildlife and birdwatchers.


9. Long Island

Long Island stretches more than 130 kilometers through the southern Bahamas. The island is split by steep cliffs on the Atlantic side and calm beaches on the Caribbean side. It is best known for Dean's Blue Hole, one of the world's deepest underwater sinkholes. Long Island offers a mix of dramatic landscapes, small villages, and traditional Bahamian life.


Major islands of the Bahamas:

Abaco, Acklins, Andros Island, Cat Island, Crooked Island, Eleuthera, Exuma, Grand Bahama, Inagua, Long Island, Mayaguana, New Providence, and San Salvador Island.

 


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