The Commonwealth of Bahamas consist of 700 islands and another 2000 islets—a little more than a rock surfacing from the water.
The Bahamas are an archipelago in the Atlantic Ocean.
The Bahamas are a popular tourist destination.
The capital of Bahamas and its largest city is Nassau, located in New Providence Island.
Another important island is Grand Bahama. The water around this island is crystal clear. For that reason it is a popular place for diving.
The second largest city in the Bahamas is Freeport and its twin city Lucaya.
The Bahamas have some of the most paradisiacal beaches in the world. Their sand is fine and white, and the water crystal clear.
