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Which cities serve as the main ports of The Bahamas?

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Flag of The Bahamas — The Bahamas The flag of The Bahamas was officially hoisted on July 10, 1973, the date of the nation's independence from the United Kingdom.

The two main ports of The Bahamas are Nassau and Freeport.1

Nassau: Located on New Providence Island, the capital city features an excellent natural harbour capable of accommodating cruise ships of all sizes.2
Freeport: Situated on Grand Bahama Island, this city serves as a major hub for shipping lines. It hosts a large container transshipment port and one of the largest single-installation bunkering terminals in the Western Hemisphere.13

While these two cities serve as the primary ports for international passenger and freight vessels, a fleet of small motor vessels known as mail boats also facilitates the transport of passengers, freight, and mail between Nassau and the Out Islands.1