Graced with extensive beaches bleached white by the sun throughoutthe year and surrounded by turquoise sea, full of varied and colorful marine life, the Bahamas is a Mecca for divers, sailors and sunbathers alike. Although often thought to be part of the Caribbean, the Bahamas is an archipelago of 700 islands with thousands of small keys “Strung Outen in the ocean. Bahamas is located 55 miles(89 kilometers) from Miami in the Atlantic Ocean.
First inhabitants of the islands were the Lucayan Indians who lived there from the ninth century until Columbus discovered the islands in 1492. It is said in Columbus Bahamas took its first step
in the New World. The Spanish conquest led to the native population is virtually wiped out in its entirety. For two hundred years until independence in 1987 the Bahamas was a British Crown Colony and a strong British influence can still be seen in the architecture and culture of the Bahamas. However, the atmosphere of the island is now more Caribbean style, with strong U.S. influence, especially in the capital, Nassau.
Due to its proximity to the U.S the Bahamas has become an offshore banking and financial center. However, tourism remains the most important economic activity in the Bahamas. The long stretches of deserted beaches, crystal clear waters and excellent facilities of hotels have made the Bahamas, a popular destination throughout the year and the varied attractions of each of the islands ensure that there is something for everyone.
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