Fun facts about Bahamas

1. The Bahamas is an archipelago consisting of around 700 islands and 2,400 cays.
2. Nassau is the capital and largest city of The Bahamas.
3. The country is famous for its clear blue waters and white sandy beaches.
4. The Bahamas is known for the swimming pigs located in Exuma.
5. The currency of The Bahamas is the Bahamian dollar.
6. The Bahamas has the third highest per capita GDP in the Americas.
7. The islands became a major center for piracy in the early 18th century.
8. The Bahamas has one of the world’s largest colonies of pink flamingos.
9. English is the official language of The Bahamas.
10. The country gained independence from the United Kingdom in 1973.