Gamma Island (Gamma Island)
Bermuda is an archipelago consisting of 181 islands.
Map - Gamma Island (Gamma Island)
Map
Country - Bermuda
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Bermuda is named after Spanish explorer Juan de Bermúdez, who discovered the archipelago in 1505. The islands have been permanently inhabited since 1612, and, forming part of British America, became a crown colony in 1684. The first African slaves arrived in 1616, but as the slave trade ceased by the end of the 17th century, the colony developed into a base for merchants, privateers, and the Royal Navy. More recently, tourism has been a significant contributor to Bermuda's economy. After World War II the territory became an offshore financial centre and tax haven.
Currency / Language
ISO | Currency | Symbol | Significant figures |
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BMD | Bermudian dollar | $ | 2 |
USD | United States dollar | $ | 2 |
ISO | Language |
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EN | English language |
PT | Portuguese language |