Hamilton, Capital city in Pembroke Parish, Bermuda
Hamilton sits on the northern shore of a deepwater harbor with buildings painted in pastel colors and white coral roofs lining the streets. The city runs along a narrow coastal strip with Front Street as the main artery, running parallel to the water.
The settlement began in 1790 and was formally incorporated three years later. It replaced St. George as the capital in 1815 because its harbor offered better access for trade.
The name comes from Henry Hamilton, the governor who founded the settlement. The parish church with its Gothic towers remains a popular landmark for visitors walking through the streets.
The central bus terminal connects several routes across the island, while international vessels dock directly along Front Street. Most places lie within walking distance, and the streets follow a simple grid pattern along the coast.
Fewer than one thousand people live here permanently, even though it serves as the financial center of the British territory. Most buildings downtown function as offices and shops, with only a few residences inside the city limits.
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