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The history of Bahamas dates back to ninth century AD, when original inhabitants Arawak Lucayan tribe lived in Bahamas. The roots of Arawak tribe ware from South America, they made there way through Caribbean and arrived in Bahamas. The Arawak tribe ware simple people, their live hood was dependent upon two factors, agriculture and fishing. There luck ran out when in 1942 Christopher Columbus set his foot on shores of Bahamas. According to historian at that time, the population of Arawak tribe was between 35,000 to 45,000. Soon they ware slaved and used for agriculture, mining and labors needed to support trade. According to rough estimates their population was wiped or reduced to few numbers in three decades. For more inforamtion ...History Of Bahamas Information

Finally, Great Britain granted the islands option of self-government in year 1964. This changed the status of island from colony to Commonwealth state. After four years, Bahamas became independent country but retained Queen Elizabeth II as head of state. Today Bahamas has its own prime minister and independent government.

The population of Bahamas is close to 300000 thousands. The Bahamas population growth rate is slow due to higher infant mortality and death rates and serious health issues.

The Bahamas has government based on parliamentary democracy. The capitol of Bahamas is Nassau, where most of the government offices are located. All islands are divided into 21 districts. Few quick facts.

Bahamas Independence Day: 10 July 1973
Bahamas National holiday: 10 July 1973
Bahamas Legal System: The Legal system of Bahamas is based upon English common laws.
Bahamas Government Structure: The Queen ELIZABETH II is the head of executive branch and is represented by one of her governor in Bahamas. The head of government is Prime Minister. The government structure constitute of three wings, executive. legislative and Judicial branch.

The larger part of Bahamas economy is dependent on tourism and banking. The strong healthy US economy has direct impact on Bahamas economy. The major tourist rush comes from United States. Despite its small size and over dependence on tourism, it still ranks into first 50 countries in terms of good economy.
Bahamas Currency: Bahamian Dollar.
Bahamas Currency Code: BSD

The Bahamas has three major Medical Facilities and around 50 health centers. The 455 beds Princess Margaret Hospital is situated in Nassau. This is the largest medical facility in Bahamas. Most of the doctors in Bahamas have studied wither in US,UK or West Indies universities.

Because of Gulf Stream the temperature in Bahamas on a average is above 70 degree. The best time to visit Bahamas is between April-July