Bahamas culture

Bahamas culture, people food and festivals 

The Bahamas has a distinctive culture which has evolved over generations, from a mixture of mostly African, combined with some British colonial and American influences, to a unique and colourful style of Bahamian self-expression. Bahamians are best described as an easy-going, friendly and hospitable people.

Nassau, Bahamas. Nassau /ˈnæsɔː/ is the capital, largest city, and commercial centre of the Commonwealth of the Bahamas. The city has a population of 248,948 (2010 census), 70 percent of the entire population of the Bahamas (353,658).

English is the official language and is widely spoken. Creole is used among Haitian immigrants. Bahamas are known for being friendly, outgoing and informal. However they also maintain a sense of decorum and are very polite.

Bahamian Cuisine refers to the foods and beverages of the Bahamas. It includes seafood such as fish, shellfish, lobster, crab, and conch, as well as tropical fruits, rice, peas, pigeon peas, potatoes, and pork.

The Atlantis Paradise Island is a resort and waterpark located on Paradise Island, the Bahamas. Officially opened in 1998, the resort was created by South African hotel magnate Sol Kerzner and Kerzner International Limited.