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    The Bahamas (/ b ə ˈ h ɑː m ə z / ⓘ bə-HAH-məz), officially the Commonwealth of The Bahamas, is a country in the Atlantic Ocean. It is an island country within the Lucayan Archipelago in the Atlantic Ocean. It contains 97% of the Lucayan Archipelago's land area and 88% of its population.

  2. 6 days ago · The Bahamas, archipelago and country on the northwestern edge of the West Indies. This strategic location has given the history of The Bahamas a unique and often striking character. Formerly a British colony, The Bahamas became an independent country within the Commonwealth in 1973.

  3. Feb 25, 2021 · Where is The Bahamas? The Bahamas is an archipelagic country comprising over 700 coral islands, islets and cays situated in the northwest of West Indies in West Atlantic Ocean. The Bahamas is positioned both in the Northern and Western hemispheres of the Earth.

  4. Spangled between the depths of the North Atlantic and Florida's eastern coast, the Bahamas â not technically part of the Caribbean â comprises more than 700 stunning subtropical islands and 2400 cays, most uninhabited, and all fringed by spectacular coral and fathomless ocean trenches.

  5. Sep 30, 2022 · If you're looking for beach-vacation bliss, the Bahamas is the place to go. From partying in the lively capital of Nassau to the blissful beaches and wildlife-packed national parks, here are the best places to visit in the Bahamas.

  6. The Bahamas, or The Bahama Islands, is an archipelago consisting of many islands in the Atlantic Ocean east of Florida. The country is made up of about 2,000 islands if you include the cays, which are small islands that are formed on coral reefs. Overview. Map. Directions. Satellite. Photo Map. bahamas.gov.bs. Wikivoyage. Wikipedia.

  7. Located in the Atlantic Ocean, the Bahamas consists of 700 islands. Only about 30 of them are inhabited by people. New Providence—one of the largest islands and the location of the...

  8. Jun 13, 2023 · How to Plan the Perfect Trip to the Bahamas. Discover the best hotels, restaurants, and things to do with this travel editor–curated Bahamas guide.

  9. The Bahamas, officially Commonwealth of The Bahamas, Archipelago and state, northwestern edge of the West Indies, lying southeast of Florida and north of Cuba. It consists of about 700 islands and numerous cays. Area: 5,382 sq mi (13,939 sq km). Population: (2024 est.) 409,000.

  10. Oct 16, 2023 · Capital: Nassau. Area: 5,358 sq mi (13,878 sq km). Population: ~ 390,000. Largest Cities: Nassau, Freeport, West End, Coopers Town, Marsh Harbour, Freetown, Bahamas City, Andros Town, Clarence Town, Dunmore Town, Rock Sound, Arthur's Town, Cockburn Town, George Town. Official language: English.