The Bahamas by Mary Byrd

Capital

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The capital of The Bahamas is Nassau. This is the largest city in The Bahamas, and where 70% of the population lives.

Languages

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The official language of The Bahamas is English.

Religion

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Most people in The Bahamas practice some form of Christianity. Below is the link to the history of the Christ Church Cathedral. This was one of the first churches built in The Bahamas. It was built in an effort to spread Christianity throughout the island.

Flag

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The yellow on the flag represents the golden beaches on the island surrounded by the blue water. The black represents the vigor and force of a united people. The pointed arrow indicates the determination of the people to develop the rich resources of the land and sea.

Currency

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The currency used in the Bahamas is the Bahamian dollar.

Population

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The population of The Bahamas is about 321,800.

Climate

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The climate in The Bahamas is warm and winterless. There has never been a frost or freeze ever reported. The wettest season is the summer. Hurricanes and other tropical storms can be a threat to the islands.

Brief History

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Major Cities

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Some of the major cities in The Bahamas are Nassau Freeport, and Georgetown.

Government

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The type of government used in The Bahamas is constitutional parliamentary democracy and a Commonwealth realm. Their monarch is Queen Elizabeth II. The governor-general of The Bahamas who represents the Queen is Marguerite Pindling. Below is the Bahamian Parliament.

Islands

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There are about 700 islands that make up The Bahamas, but only 30 are inhabitated.

Who Let the Dogs Out?

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The song "Who Let the Dogs Out?" was made by a group from The Bahamas called the Baha men.

Driving

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In The Bahamas they drive on the left side of the road.

Atlantis

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A popular tourist site in The Bahamas is the Atlantis hotel

Junkanoo

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Junkanoo is a popular parade in The Bahamas that is known as one of the most entertaining parades in the world.

Fort Fincastle

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The Pirate Museum

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