Bahamas

The Bahamas is a country made up of about 700 islands in the Atlantic Ocean. It is located southeast of Florida. The Bahamas is famous for its clear turquoise water and white sandy beaches. Only about 30 of the islands have people living on them.

Land and People

About 400,000 people live in the Bahamas. The capital is Nassau, located on the island of New Providence. The islands are flat and made mostly of coral and limestone. The water around the islands is so clear you can see the bottom in many places.

Culture and Fun Facts

Tourism is the biggest industry in the Bahamas. Millions of visitors come every year to enjoy the beaches and warm weather. The Junkanoo festival is a big celebration with colorful costumes, music, and dancing. Bahamian food includes conch fritters and johnnycake.

Fun Facts

• The Bahamas has some of the clearest water in the world, with visibility up to 200 feet.
• Christopher Columbus first landed in the Americas on a Bahamian island in 1492.
• Swimming pigs live on Big Major Cay, and tourists love to visit them.

Did You Know?

On the island of Big Major Cay, a group of wild pigs live on the beach and swim in the ocean. Nobody knows exactly how they got there, but they have become one of the most popular tourist attractions in the Bahamas.