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Which city is the capital and main seaport of Barbados?

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The capital and main seaport of Barbados is Bridgetown.12

Located on the southwestern coast of the island along Carlisle Bay, Bridgetown serves as the nation's administrative, commercial, and shipping hub. Its deepwater harbor provides essential facilities for container ships, cruise liners, and the bulk shipment of sugar, while the historic Careenage basin continues to support smaller vessels.34