List of cities in the Bahamas facts for kids
The Bahamas is a beautiful island country in the Atlantic Ocean. It's made up of over 700 islands, cays (small islands), and islets, though only about 30 of them are inhabited. This article will tell you about some of the most important cities and towns in the Bahamas, where people live, work, and visit.
Contents
Main Cities in the Bahamas
The Bahamas has several important cities and towns, each with its own unique features. The two largest and most well-known are Nassau and Freeport.
Nassau: The Capital City
Nassau is the capital of the Bahamas and its largest city. It's located on New Providence Island. As the capital, Nassau is the center of government and business for the country. It's also a very popular spot for tourists, with beautiful beaches, colorful buildings, and a rich history. Many cruise ships visit Nassau, bringing people from all over the world to explore its charm. In 2009, about 238,132 people lived in Nassau.
Freeport: A Hub of Activity
Freeport is the second-largest city in the Bahamas. You can find it on Grand Bahama Island. This city is known for its busy harbor and its role in trade and industry. Like Nassau, Freeport also attracts many tourists, especially those who enjoy water sports and exploring the island's natural beauty. Around 47,085 people called Freeport home in 2009.
Other Important Towns
While Nassau and Freeport are the biggest, many other towns play a vital role in the Bahamas. These towns are spread across different islands and offer a glimpse into the local way of life.
- West End: Also on Grand Bahama, West End had about 13,004 residents in 2009.
- Coopers Town: Located on Abaco Island, this town had an estimated population of 9,069 in 2009.
- Marsh Harbour: Another town on Abaco Island, with about 5,728 people in 2009.
- Freetown: Found on New Providence Island, Freetown had around 4,222 residents in 2009.
- Bahamas City: On Grand Bahama, its population was estimated at 3,827 in 2009.
- Andros Town: Located on Andros Island, this town had about 2,318 people in 2009.
- Clarence Town: The main town on Long Island, with a population of about 1,705 in 2009.
- Dunmore Town: On Eleuthera Island, home to around 1,578 people in 2009.
- Rock Sound: Another town on Eleuthera, with about 1,447 residents in 2009.
- Arthur's Town: Found on Cat Island, its population was around 1,216 in 2009.
- Cockburn Town: Located on San Salvador Island, with about 1,045 people in 2009.
- George Town: The main town on Exuma and Cays, with an estimated 1,038 residents in 2009.
- Alice Town: On the Bimini Islands, with a population of about 936 in 2009.
- Sweeting Cay: Another town on Grand Bahama, home to around 494 people in 2009.
- Matthew Town: Located on the Inagua Islands, with about 435 residents in 2009.
- Snug Corner: On Acklins Island, its population was around 402 in 2009.
- Great Harbour Cay: Found on the Berry Islands, with about 383 people in 2009.
- Nicholls Town: On Andros Island, with an estimated 255 residents in 2009.
- Colonel Hill: Located on Crooked Island, with about 224 people in 2009.
- Pirates Well: On Mayaguana Island, its population was around 201 in 2009.
- Port Nelson: Found on Rum Cay, with about 103 residents in 2009.
- Duncan Town: On Ragged Island, with a population of about 63 in 2009.
- Albert Town: Also on Crooked Island, with an estimated 23 people in 2009.
See also
- Districts of the Bahamas
- Islands of the Bahamas
