Bahamas Antique-style Wall Map. 30 x 22".
A British colony since 1783, the Bahamas became self-governing in 1964 and achieved full independence in 1973. Although it includes 700 subtropical islands and over 2,000 corals and cays, only 29 islands are inhabited. The land area is 5,382 square miles with a population of 253,000. Nassau is the capital and the major industries include tourism, offshore finance and banking.