One Tree Island (One Tree Island)
Bermuda is an archipelago consisting of 181 islands.
Map - One Tree Island (One Tree Island)
Map
Country - Bermuda
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 |