Mayaguana, Easternmost island and district in The Bahamas
Mayaguana is the easternmost island and district in The Bahamas, stretching across land shaped by wide beaches and natural limestone formations. The coastlines are marked by dry forests that give the landscape a rugged, natural character.
The island lay empty from the 16th century until 1812, when people from the Turks and Caicos Islands began moving here to settle. This wave of arrival shaped the population and culture that took root over generations.
The community here keeps fishing alive as a central part of daily life and gathers for celebrations like the Betsy Bay Homecoming Festival. These events show how much the residents value staying connected to one another.
Visitors can reach the island through Mayaguana Airport near Abraham's Bay, which has regular flights connecting to Nassau. It helps to check flight schedules ahead of time, since connections may change depending on the season.
Horse Pond Beach is a spot where visitors can watch locals search for land crabs moving through the natural limestone rock formations. This activity ties together old traditions with the island's rich ecosystem.
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