Cat Island, Island district in The Bahamas.
Cat Island is a district island in The Bahamas located in the central region, featuring a varied landscape with gentle elevation changes. The most notable point is Mount Alvernia at 63 meters, the country's highest elevation, along with several settlements including Arthur's Town, New Bight, and Port Howe.
The island was originally called Guanima by the Lucayan people and later received its European name. In 1783, Loyalists arrived following the American Revolution and established cotton plantations, fundamentally transforming life on the island.
The island's communities practice traditional farming methods and cultivate cascarilla bark, maintaining customs that have shaped local life for generations. These activities remain central to how people here connect with their land and support their families.
Visitors reach the island by scheduled flights to Arthur's Town or New Bight airports. Local transportation relies mainly on rental vehicles and taxis to move around and explore different areas.
Atop Mount Alvernia stands The Hermitage, a monastery built by Father Jerome with carved stone steps and religious chambers cut into the rock. This striking structure offers views across the island and showcases craftsmanship that visitors often find unexpectedly moving.
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