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The Bahamas also has a great history. In 1492, Christopher Columbus made his first landfall in New World on the Island of San Salvador, which is in the Eastern Bahamas. He observed the shallow sea around the islands and named the area The Bahamas, or "The Islands of the Shallow Sea". Since it was close to Florida and well traveled shipping channels, the islands caught the attention or explorers, settlers, traders, and invaders. |
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Some fast facts about The Bahamas are that the area is 5,382 square miles and it's population is 319,000 people. The capital is Nassau. The languages spoken there are English, and Creole. The currency is the Bahamian dollar and the life expectancy is 72. |
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In the Bahamas there are a lot of things to do! You could take a tour, feed sharks and stingrays, or go snorkeling or scuba diving. Or you could go shopping or go down to a beach. |
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There are many beaches in the Bahamas. Some of the most famous ones are Paradise Beach, and Cabbage Beach, on Paradise Island. There is also Caves Beach near Nassau, Cable Beach on New Province Island and Tahiti Beach in Abacos. |
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There's lots of resorts in the Bahamas, but some of the the best are Breezes Bahamas, which is only 15 minutes away from the airport and is close to the island's casinos. There is also Nassau Palm Hotel, which is over-looking Sunkanoo Beach and is within walking distance of duty-free shopping. |
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When go to The Bahamas you need to know what to bring. Here are some things you need to pack You need sandals for the beach, sunscreen to protect your skin from the sun, and insect repellant to keep bugs from biting you. You also need moisturizer to keep your skin form drying out in the sun. |
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