Bahamas
nation consisting of hundreds of islands, islets, and keys in the Atlantic Ocean southeast of Florida and north of Cuba. It was settled by the British in the 17th century and became independent in 1973.
Language: English
Currency: Bahamian dollar
Capital: Nassau
Population: 297,477 (2003)
Area: 13,939 sq km/5,382 sq mi. Official name Commonwealth of the Bahamas
Language: English
Currency: Bahamian dollar
Capital: Nassau
Population: 297,477 (2003)
Area: 13,939 sq km/5,382 sq mi. Official name Commonwealth of the Bahamas