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The Exuma
Islands Of The Bahamas
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The Exuma Islands, a collection of 365 tiny islands collected under
one name, which are part of the many islands that make up the legendary
vacation destination known as the Bahamas, offers a prime example of
what an out of the ordinary Bahamas vacation can be. It shows off the
very best of the Bahamas, that parts that are often outshined by the
glitter and gleam of its luxurious casinos and tourist centers. The
Exuma Islands have history, culture, a deep regard for nature and a
splash of adventure.
Great Exuma Island is the largest of the Exuma Islands and the location
Exuma’s capital city, George Town. Great Exuma Island is home to some
of the island group’s most interesting historical sights.
Patience House and the Shark Lady of the Exumas is an unusual museum
and shop located in the home of Gloria Patience. Past 80 years old,
she once met the Queen of England, barefoot with shell bead around her
ankles. It’s easy to imagine that she held her head just as high then,
barefoot before the Queen, as she does now. Rumored to have caught more
than 1,500 sharks, she is a formidable character, and presides over
the amazing items she has collected through the years with a regal bearing
quite her own. Her guided tours through her museum home provide a wealth
of historical information and she is a fascinating and warm person.
Another historic site on Great Exuma Island is the Bowe Family Plantation.
Today, this former cotton plantation lies in ruins, though in its remains,
one can achieve a clear picture of the structural arrangement of the
house, including the kitchen and the slave quarters.
Also on Great Exuma Island are two cemeteries of historical importance.
One is the Rolle Town Tombs. An overseer and his wife, from the time
of slavery, are buried here. There are a couple of interesting bits
of island history associated with the surname Rolle. The name arrived
on the island in 1783, carried by the slaves that plantation owner Denys
Rolle sent from Florida for the cotton plantation he owned, but chose
not to reside at. Because slaves were known by the surname of their
master and after the Emancipation, many people kept the surnames they’d
grown accustomed to, the Rolle name now belongs to more than half of
the native population.
The other cemetery, called the Hermitage, dates back to the 1800’s.
Located 8 miles away from the capital city of George Town, using a guide
will help to get the full effect of this marvelous site.
The vast Exuma Cays Land and Sea Park expands over 176 miles. This nature
reserve is a fun and fascinating place, with fine beaches and a wide
variety of wildlife. It has also played an important role in local nature
conservation efforts.
The islands are wonderful for exploring underwater, with many caves
and reefs for snorkeling and diving and there are many day tour packages
available for these activities. Chartered boats for fishing excursions
are also available, and at reasonable rates.
The Exuma Islands are an excellent vacation destination. This area truly
demonstrates the very best of Bahaman qualities.
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