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Which of us would not like to be on an island with a fabulous nature, away from civilization?

It is quite possible on one of the Bahamas... This is where the real paradise on earth is!

The ocean water is turquoise here, tall palm trees proudly rise on the coastal white sand, there are also cozy bungalows with thatched roofs - all this makes an indelible impression.

The Bahamas is popular with tourists who come here to forget about civilization for a while.

What better way to sit on a sun lounger by the ocean, sip on a mint pinacolada or rum punch and watch the sunset and the quietly rolling waves.

Islands - Mecca for scuba diving and fishing.

Here are the most picturesque Coral reefs the world's oceans with a primeval variety of tropical fish, vegetation and other eerie inhabitants of the depths.

A little about the geography and economy of the islands

The Bahamas forms a whole archipelago, in which about 700 islands and coral reefs are lined up in a chain.

They are located in Atlantic Ocean, south of the Florida Peninsula. The center of civilization is located at large islands:

• Greater Inagua
• Eleuthera
• New Providence
• Grand Bahama
• Andros.

The islands' currency is called the Bahamian dollar, the rate of which is economically dependent on the US dollar.

Language islands english, religion, thanks to English missionary work - Christianity.

They have been known to Europe since 1492, when the islands were rediscovered by the brave discoverer Columbus.

By the middle of the 17th century, English settlers arrived here. The Bahamas became a British colony.

The islands were a tasty morsel and several times passed under the possession of Spain, but each time England returned them to itself.

And now, stepping on the coast of the Bahamas, a tourist enters English territory, because the head of state is Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth.

Officially, the governor-general represents the royal power here.

The population of the islands is small and amounts to only 280 thousand people.

Local residents are mostly descendants of black slaves and mulattos.

Friendly people, favorable climate

Holidays in the Bahamas are synonymous with wealth and luxury.

The main attraction of the islands is their nature.

The Bahamas has wonderful weather all year round (even in the short rainy season), an abundance of seafood (completely exotic in appearance and taste), a national drink - strong rum and a friendly population.

The climate on the islands is mostly tropical. It means that it is warm here all year round.

Interestingly, despite the tropical trend, summer temperatures do not rise above 32 ° С, and winter temperatures do not drop below + 18 ° С.

Average the water temperature is always pleasant for swimming: + 27 ° С in summer, + 23 ° С in winter.

The best time to visit the archipelago is during the cool season from September to May.


The capital of the Bahamas is Nassau, the city is located on the island of New Providence.

Previously, it was a small village, which was once founded by pirates (the locals will certainly tell you about this story).

now this modern city with many shops.

What to do and what to visit?

First, visit the water tower and underwater aquarium. Everything here is different, exotic, unlike the famous resorts!

Plenty of entertainment: for amateurs active rest there is an opportunity to practice the classic sport of the rich - tennis and golf, there is always a free diving instructor for scuba diving enthusiasts.

If you want to wander through the shady mangrove forests, admire the centuries-old pine trees, feel the resinous scent of pine needles, lie on the finely ground white sand under palm leaves, you should visit the island of Andros!

In the town of Andros Town there is his mascot - a dolphin, a lighthouse battered by the sea winds.

And in the town of Red Bay, be sure to buy a souvenir handmade by local needlewomen!

And also, if you want a bright, exotic wedding ceremony, then please - everything is at your service.

No wonder Bahamas - favorite place m for the wedding of the newlyweds.

The history of the island of Bimini is permeated with many myths. The main feature here is the disappeared Atlantis, which is supposedly located off the coast of the archipelago.

There is some truth in this, although this fact has not yet been scientifically proven.

Anyway, the Bimini Road - the so-called 700 meters of rock formations - really stretches only 6 meters deep next to North Bimini.

The ancient grandeur of these islands inspired Hemingway to create his story of an old man and the sea.

Tourists are attracted by the possibility of custom fishing for huge tuna, marlin and sailfish.

These giant fish are nothing like the ones we see in fish shops!

In the picturesque harbor of the island, there is an elite yacht club with an adjoining bungalow complex.

Secretly, this is the favorite pastime of Hollywood stars and paparazzi.

Long Island is the most picturesque island in the Bahamas.


Travelers rarely visit it and this is great, because here the world has been preserved as the Creator created it - untouched and beautiful.

Cape Santa Maria is home to the most beautiful white beaches.

The second largest island is Big Abaco. This is the center of the sailing regatta, so all yachtsmen of the world know it.

The sailing season with good wind for filling the sails and tacking runs from early spring to the winter rains.

The coastal waters of the island are also rich in a wide variety of fish. While the husbands are fishing, their spouses spend their time doing great shopping.

In the largest city on the island - Marsh Harbor has many duty free shops.

Here you will find Cuban rum, first-class cigars, the best Brazilian coffee.

Be sure to bring your friends and family home with local crafts made from shells, straw and the famous Bahamian batik.

But remember about customs restrictions!

To the northeast of New Providence Island is Paradise Island, the name of which speaks for itself - a heavenly place! He is connected with Fr. New Providence Bridge.

The island is home to the most famous hotel in the Bahamas "Atlantis", which owns gorgeous beaches, restaurants and casinos.

Another attraction of the island is the 50-meter Dixon Hill Lighthouse.

If you have the strength to climb it, you are guaranteed unique photos endless beaches of the Bahamas, where the azure sky merges with the blue ocean surface.

An unusually quiet and lazy atmosphere reigns on this island, there is no need to rush anywhere ...

A favorite place for tourists to visit is the 10-kilometer romantic East Beach, which has acquired a pale pink color due to crushed coral.

But you shouldn't relax in idyll! Do not swim far, otherwise there is a risk of meeting local sharks!


You can describe the Bahamas for a long time, they are undoubtedly similar to each other, like the fingers of one hand, but at the same time, each has its own flavor.

If you want to know how it feels - paradisaic delight, welcome here!

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It's no secret that the Bahamas have long been a popular holiday destination with tourists from all over the world. And even Russians fly there to rest. The truth frightens many of the distance. Which you have to fly over. But when you get to the islands, you will immediately forget about everything that happened to you before. After all, the Bahamas is a paradise for relaxation on earth. Here is everything you need and even what you never dreamed of! If you look at the Bahamas on a world map, you will see where they are. And they are in the Atlantic Ocean.

And if you look closely, you will see that the Bahamas is located somewhere in the middle between Cuba and Miami, which is located in the US state of Florida. This means that the Bahamas is hot and dry.

The Bahamas includes more than 700 islands, but only 30 of them are inhabited by people and they are inhabited. Why are the other islands empty? Some are too small to build on them. And some islands are constantly flooded with water, so you can't build there either.
But there are separate islands where you can go on an excursion. You will be a modern Robinson Crusoe, and this journey will be remembered for a long time.

The Bahamas is washed by the ocean on all sides. But the islands have no rivers at all! But there are lakes that are connected with the ocean and they contain salt water. Mountains are also almost absent. They simply have nowhere to take, because there is so little space.
But the islands are full of green vegetation. And it is always green, because there is no cold winter here. And the vegetation grows here for a reason. Every bush and tree is under state protection! And all because there are few of them on the islands. Therefore, there are nature reserves and parks everywhere, where you can hide from the sun and watch animals.

See where the Bahamas are located on the world map. And then you will definitely want to fly here.

Surely, many tourists have wondered more than once: where exactly is the Bahamas? Bahamas - that's how the Bahamas are affectionately called Russian tourists... These islands are an archipelago in the Atlantic, which is located between Cuba and Florida. About seven hundred islands are scattered at a short distance from each other, creating this heavenly place however, only thirty islands are inhabited.

The Bahamas, just like the Maldives, have long been on the list of the best elite resorts the world. Every person who loves active rest and travel has long dreamed of visiting these heavenly places.

Bahamas on world map

Also, the Bahamas is not just a famous resort, it is also an offshore zone with the largest center of the gambling business. Famous businessmen, and just rich people, often stay here for months, enjoying the beauty of this marvelous resort. And, of course, the most amazing and beautiful place here are the white beaches. Kilometers white sand washed by warm, clear waters, incredibly beautiful coral reefs, blue clear sky - all this is gathered in one place.

The most visited islands in the Bahamas

Despite the countless number of islands, only a few of the main tourist congestions can be observed. The first island is Big Abaco. It annually hosts world famous sailing regattas. Well, those who like fishing will not be left out of business here either. There are also quite a few different duty-free shops on the island, so you can shop as much as you like.

The second most visited island by tourists is Long Island (translated from English. Long Island). Perhaps this is the most picturesque place in the Bahamas: amazing vegetation, rare exotic species of birds and much more. To all of the above, this island has famous beach Santa Maria, which many experts and tourists rightfully call one of the best in the world.

And the last visited place is the many small islands, united by one name Exuma. This place is famous for its unrealistically beautiful ebb and flow. And rightfully deserved the honor and fame among yachtsmen and diving enthusiasts who know a lot about this business. In general, an incredibly beautiful and charming place to stay.

We hope we helped you better know where the Bahamas is.

The Commonwealth of the Bahamas is a state in the Atlantic Ocean, located between the Florida Peninsula and the island of Cuba. The archipelago with a total area of ​​14 thousand kilometers and a population of 360 thousand people, consists of 700 small tropical islands, only thirty of which are inhabited. The capital of the Bahamas is the city of Nassau, located on the large island of New Providence. Political system- a constitutional monarchy.

Bahamas on world map

The state of the Bahamas is divided into 31 districts, major cities - Nassau, Stella Maris, Andros Tau, Freeport. The bulk of the population is concentrated in the large islands of New Providence, Andros and the Grand Bahama.

Tropical islands, washed by the warm current of the Gulf Stream, attract thousands of tourists to their snow-white sandy beaches every year. It is an international center for tourism and diving, a major offshore center and the richest state in the region. The islands themselves are made up of coral and reef limestones. There are vast shallow waters, the largest of which is the Great Bahamas Bank, which stretches for 530 kilometers.

The surface of the island is mostly flat, karst phenomena are noted, leading to the appearance of underground and underwater caves. The coast of the islands abounds sandy beaches, there are many salt lakes that communicate with the ocean. There are practically no rivers in the Bahamas, so there are problems with fresh water. Pure fresh water has to be extracted from deep karst wells.

Bahamas map in Russian

The vegetation on the islands is represented by evergreen shrubs, cacti and mango thickets; a significant part of the territory is occupied by savannah. Evergreen tropical forests grow on the large islands, and coconut palms grow along the coasts.
The climate of the Bahamas is a trade wind, tropical, here almost all year round - summer. Even in January, the temperature does not drop below + 22 ° C. Winters are dry and short, while summers are hot and rainy. The rainy season lasts from May to October and hurricanes are frequent.

You can talk endlessly about the sights of the Bahamas. These are famous National parks and reserves, historical, natural and architectural monuments, chic hotels and casinos with bright nightlife... It is interesting to visit ancient churches and relax in modern tourist complexes, visit the magnificent botanical gardens and descend into the underwater kingdom to get to know its inhabitants, see unique coral reefs and underwater caves.

The full name of the state is the Commonwealth of the Bahamas. The state consists of more than 3000 islands, reefs and islets. The Bahamas are located north of Cuba and Haiti and close to Florida.

Originally inhabited by Lucayans, originally from the Arawak tribe, the Bahamas became the first stop of Christopher Columbus in the distant 1492. Although the Spaniards never colonized the Bahamas, they sent the Lucayans into slavery in Haiti, leaving the islands almost deserted by 1513. In 1648 English colonists from Bermuda landed on Eleuthera Island, and in 1718 the Bahamas became the crown colony.

Today, the constitutional monarchy remains a form of government in the state; Queen Elizabeth II is represented by the Governor-General. The Bahamas has a parliamentary system of government in which power is in the hands of a bicameral Parliament.

Capital	Nassau
Population
Population density	23.27 people / km 2
	English
Religion	Christianity
Form of government	A constitutional monarchy
	Bahamian dollar
Timezone
International dialing code
Domain zone on the Internet
Electricity

The religious composition of the population of the Bahamas is diverse: 35.4% are Baptists, 15.1% Anglicans, 13.5% Catholics, 15.2% of the population belong to other Christian denominations, some are Methodists, Pentecostals, the Church of God, are atheists or undecided.

The economy of the state is based on tourism. It accounts for over 60% of GDP. In addition, the tourism sector provides jobs for more than half of the country's working-age population.

Climate and weather

The north of the Bahamas is in a tropical trade wind zone, while in the south the climate is subtropical. It is formed by the warm Gulf Stream, the influence of which is dangerous, as it provokes hurricanes in summer. Precipitation occurs as rain from May to October.

Summer temperature ranges from + 26 ... + 32 ° С. On the southern islands the temperature can reach + 40 ° С, but thanks to the trade winds, the heat is easily tolerated. In winter, the temperature is within + 18 ... + 22.

You can go on vacation to the Bahamas at any time of the year, but in the summer on southern beaches it can get very hot.

Nature

By geological structure The Bahamas Archipelago is a limestone plateau. Average height above sea level is 30 m, and highest point Bahamas - Mount Alvernia on the island of Ket, rising 63 meters above sea level. Many of the islands have mangrove swamps, salt lagoon lakes and sandy beaches due to the exposure of salty limestone. There are practically no rivers on the islands, therefore fresh water very little.

The flora of the Bahamas is not very diverse and is represented by undersized shrubs, cacti, aloe. Orchids and jasmine are growing.

The fauna is also not very diverse. In the Bahamas there are snakes, frogs, bats, in swamps and salt lagoons - flamingos. In addition, a large number of migratory birds flock here to spend the winter.

But the underwater world of the Bahamas is simply amazing. The corals at the bottom of the ocean are home to many species of fish that divers love so much. Mackerel and barracuda can be found in lagoons and backwaters. There are sea turtles. The reefs are home to a huge number of corals, molluscs, sponges.

sights

The Bahamas are considered the richest country in the region. Each island of the archipelago has that zest that will attract any tourist.

IN the Bahamian capital Nassau has many interesting places... For example, you can walk along Bay Street - a street with numerous shops, boutiques; or visit Adastra Gardens, Retreat Gardens, an underwater aquarium or the famous Cable Beach - an area of ​​sandy beaches, hotels, casinos. The heart of the city is the central square with the buildings of the Supreme Court, Parliament, Colonial Administration. The hallmark of the city is the Atlantis hotel. The most visited places by tourists are the old water tower with beautiful views of the city and the Queen Victoria staircase with 66 steps carved into the rock.

The city of Freeport is suitable for lovers of water sports, outdoor activities, golf and tennis. It is also worth visiting the Garden of the Groves garden, monuments of the ancient culture of the Arawak Indians, and the Rand Memorial Park.

In the city of New Bight on the island of Ket there is unique monument architecture - the Hermitage, built on the top of Mount Alvernia. The Hermitage was built by an apostate priest in 1939. Father Jerome's creativity belongs to the Church of the Savior on the same island and many beautiful monasteries and temples erected on other islands of the archipelago.

Food

Seafood is the backbone of Bahamian cuisine. The conch sea snail is considered a national ingredient of the Bahamians. All kinds of salads, snacks, soups are prepared from this snail.

Can not imagine local cuisine without rice and pea dishes. Spiny lobster is the most expensive dish. For a very long time, a variety of dishes and sea turtle soup were popular, which led this species of reptiles to extinction. It is worth trying the sea bass dish served with a sauce of mushrooms, onions, spices and white wine.

Dessert is usually served with fruits (melons, pineapples, papaya, mango), drinks, the key ingredient of which is rum, as well as the famous Bahamian johnny cake buns. Of non-alcoholic drinks, there is tea, coffee, Pepsi-Cola.

Bahamian cuisine has borrowed a lot from British, American and African cuisine, but has adapted it to suit local conditions and opportunities.

IN large cities there are a large number of restaurants, cafes and bars. On average, the bill for one person in an inexpensive cafe will be $ 10-15. At the height of the tourist season, many cafes and restaurants are overcrowded, so you should take care in advance not to stay, for example, without dinner.

Accommodation

There is no classification system for hotels and inns in the Bahamas, so either the owner of the leased premises or the tour operator makes the assignment of a "star" level here. Holidays in the Bahamas are considered very prestigious and expensive, so most hotels operate on an all-inclusive basis.

As a rule, there are guesthouses on the coast, which are mainly rented to divers and surfers. Service in guesthouses may not always be top notch, but it matches its rates.

There are also hotel complexes consisting of bungalows. There are eco-hotels that use only natural products for food and take electricity from solar panels.

If hotel accommodation is not included in the tourist's plans, there is always the opportunity to rent a room from the local population.

Entertainment and recreation

Mostly they go to the Bahamas for the sake of beach holiday, diving and surfing. The coastal area of ​​the archipelago is replete with beautiful sandy beaches, the most famous and popular of which is Pink Beach on Harbor Island. The most expensive place the island of Eleuthera is considered to be a beach holiday.

The large number of shallow reefs attracts novice divers. There is something to see under water - sunken ships, underwater caves. The underwater feeding of sharks is very popular on the islands of Abaco, New Providence, Long Island. Lovers less extreme rest swimming with dolphins will be offered.

Most hotels include service charges aquatic species sports, some offer them for a fee. A large number of water sports centers are concentrated on the islands of New Providence, Harbor Island and Grand Bahama.

The Jonconu Festival is held twice a year in the Bahamas. Colorful processions are accompanied by musical performances and fireworks. Freeport hosts the National Windsurfing Championship every January. The Music Fest takes place in the last week of May. July 10 is the Independence Day. The Bahamian Wine and Food Festival is held at the end of September.

Nassau and Freeport have a large number of bars, restaurants, clubs for lovers of nightlife.

Purchases

Shops in the Bahamas are open Monday through Saturday from 9am to 1pm, followed by a lunch break and reopening from 3pm to 5pm.

The world famous Bay Street shopping street is located in the old part of Nassau, and next to it is the Straw Market. In these places, you can buy a variety of goods, ranging from fashionable clothes of world brands to exquisite jewelry, accessories and handmade souvenirs.

The second popular shopping destination is the small Paradise Island. Here avid shopaholics will find everything their heart desires at affordable prices.

It is better to go shopping in the morning of a weekday, as at this time there are fewer people in them.

Prices for goods in the Bahamas are commensurate with American ones. Lovers of a beautiful life will have to shell out about $ 200 a day. Those who are more modest in needs will keep within $ 70-150 per day. And don't forget that the Bahamas has a duty free system.

Transport

The Bahamas has two major international airports - international Airport the Lindel Pindling in Nassau; and the Grand Bahama International Airport in Freeport. In addition to these main ones, there are about 60 other small airports in the Bahamas. Nassau, Freeport and Mathieu Town have seaports.

Railway communication, as well as public transport, in the Bahamas no. The movement is carried out by cars, motorcycles, bicycles, which can be rented. There is a taxi in the capital. The fare is regulated by the government. So, the cost for a quarter mile when traveling in a taxi will cost $ 2, then the rate will be 30 cents per quarter mile.

Communication between the islands is carried out by ferries and boats.

Length highways is 2700 km, half of which has a hard surface.

Communication

The communication system in the archipelago is well developed. Payphones are ubiquitous, from which you can make international calls, and payment is made using a telephone card. In the rooms of almost every hotel there is a telephone from which you can make local calls or make an international call through an operator, although this will be 10-15% more expensive than from a payphone.

Mobile communications are also well developed. Local telecom operators provide one hundred percent coverage of the territory of the state.

Internet provider BaTelNet provides almost all types of services. The average connection cost is $ 5 per hour.

Safety

Going to the Bahamas, it is not necessary, but it is advisable to get vaccinated against hepatitis B, diphtheria and tuberculosis. The widespread prevalence of HIV and AIDS in the region should also be taken into account.

Customs control is quite democratic. There are no restrictions on the import and export of foreign currency, but the export of local Money in excess of $ 70 must be accompanied by a permit from the Central Bank of the Bahamas. The import ban applies to drugs, explosives, weapons (without special permission).

The local population is quite friendly and ready to provide assistance if needed. However, there are some restrictions and prohibitions. Fishing with spearguns and other devices for these purposes is not allowed.

Local authorities are waging a tough fight against drug trafficking: even for the use can face imprisonment.

Petty crimes such as pickpocketing and theft are quite common in the Bahamas, so you need to be careful. It is undesirable for girls and women to take walks alone after dark.

There is practically no government oversight of local firms offering services for active species sports, which entails frequent accidents and fatalities during spear fishing, diving, surfing.

Traffic in the Bahamas is left-hand.

Business climate

The Bahamas is considered a haven for businessmen. Registration of any offshore companies is possible here. But it should be borne in mind that buying real estate imposes a ban on doing business. However, it is very profitable to invest in business real estate. Benefits are provided for hotel owners.

There is no income tax, corporate tax, inheritance tax, or property tax in the Bahamas.

The property

Foreign citizens have the right to purchase both building land and other types of real estate in the Bahamas: villas, apartments, townhouses. There is a limitation on the area of ​​the purchased foreign citizens real estate - it should not exceed 2 hectares, otherwise a special permit is required. The application for a permit to purchase real estate must contain information about the buyer and seller, a description of the object and the purpose of its acquisition. After choosing an object, a purchase offer is drawn up in writing and an advance payment is made.

It is best to entrust the registration of real estate to a lawyer. The presence of the parties is not necessary. The acquired real estate is subject to compulsory insurance and registration with the Investment Council.

Average cost of 1 sq.m. comfortable housing in the Bahamas is $ 7,000. Bungalows cost $ 300,000-500,000, villas $ 500,000 and above, penthouse $ 1,000,000-3,000,000.

To travel to the Bahamas, you need to apply for a visa at the British Embassy. The visa is issued for up to 90 days, if it does not apply to employment.

Despite the high cost of services, you can save money in the Bahamas. Many hotels offer guests discount cards for entry to nightclubs for $ 5. This is a very advantageous offer considering that on weekends the entrance to the club starts from $ 50.

The prices for imported spirits are very high, so if you want to save on alcohol it is better to order local drinks such as rum and beer.

It should be borne in mind that the tip in the Bahamas ranges from 10 to 15%, and some restaurants and hotels include them in the bill in advance.