Bahamians
Bahamians are citizens or inhabitants of The Bahamas, a sovereign island nation in the Caribbean. The Bahamas comprises about 700 islands and 2,400 cays, with a population of around 400,000 and Nassau, on New Providence Island, serving as the capital.
Most Bahamians are of African descent, with communities of mixed and European origin, and smaller groups from
History and politics: The Lucayan Taíno inhabited the archipelago before European contact. Spanish explorers claimed the
Economy: The Bahamas has a service-based economy dominated by tourism and offshore financial services. The sector
Culture and society: Cultural expressions include Junkanoo street parades, rake-and-scrape music, and calypso influences. Bahamian cuisine
Geography and demographics: New Providence (Nassau) and Grand Bahama (Freeport) house the majority of residents. The