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The Hatchet Bay Silos, Eleuthera
The Hatchet Bay Silos are the last remnants of the old Austin Levy farm. Nowadays they are a cool structure to see and are a permanent fixture of Eleuthera’s landscape. They stand out against the grown up bushes and shrubs and make an excellent photo opportunity. Most people use them as…
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Blackbeard’s Tower
Blackbeard’s Tower is one of those fascinating places that gives us a sense of the history and heritage of The Bahamas. The crumbling remains are a reminder of Nassau’s history with pirates. Supposedly the tower is all that is left of an old fort that Blackbeard used as a lookout…
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Chimney Rock, Long Island, Bahamas
Chimney Rock is a natural rock formation on the Atlantic side of The Island, located in Buckley’s Settlement. Chimney Rock got its name because the original formation resembled a chimney. This formation provides a protected lagoon from the Atlantic Ocean, you can swim or just sit and watch the waves…
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Pompey Memorial & Ruins – Great Exuma
The Pompey Memorial & Ruins is just as beautiful as it is historic. The Pompey Memorial & Ruins stand on a seaside cliff, this is where the slaves set off toward Nassau. They hoped to escape their fate of families being split up and sent to Cat Island. Just beyond…
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The Salt Beacon – Little Exuma
Near Williamstown up on a cliff is The Salt Beacon, A tuscan styled column built in the 1900’s that functioned as a un-lit guide for ships to the salt port. Because Exuma is so flat it was perfect for the salt industry back then. I can’t imagine them ever missing…
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5 Reasons You Should Visit Haynes Library
Haynes Library is a quaint and charming public library overlooking the harbour and cupids cay. The Library is also a historical landmark, Originally built in 1897 the library was saved from being wrecked and then refurbished in the 90’s. This is a great place to spend some time, relax and…
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The Glass Window Bridge
The Glass Window bridge, located in North Eleuthera was once a natural rock arch. It has been replaced by a man made bridge due to repeated damage from hurricanes and natural erosion. It is a beautiful sight to behold where two oceans meet at the thinnest point of the island.…
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J&S Scooter & Buggy Rentals – Island Buggy Tour
J&S Scooter & Buggy rentals offers an Island Buggy tour that is a great way to experience the island and have some fun. If you’re short on time and not sure how to fit in multiple tours, this is the tour for you. The tour lasts 3.5 hours and includes 4 stops, three of…
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Queens Staircase & Fort Fincastle
The Queens Staircase & Fort Fincastle are both historic sites in The Bahamas and are in walking distance to each other. You can make a day of it and visit both at the same time, they are easily accessible to Bahamians and Tourists and very cost effective. These monuments go hand in…
