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Bermuda Facts & Information
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| Location |
North America, group of islands in the North Atlantic Ocean,
east of South Carolina (US) |
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| Climate |
Subtropical, mild, humid, gales, strong winds
common in winter |
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| Terrain |
Low hills separated by fertile depressions
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| Population |
65,365 |
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| Nationality |
Bermudian |
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| Ethnic groups |
Black 54.8%, white 34.1%, mixed 6.4%, other
races 4.3%, unspecified 0.4% |
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| Religions |
Anglican 23%, Roman Catholic 15%, African
Methodist Episcopal 11%, other Protestant 18% |
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| Languages |
English (official), Portuguese |
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| Government Type |
Parliamentary British overseas territory with
internal self-government |
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| Capital |
Hamilton |
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| Currency |
Bermudian dollar (BMD) |
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| Description of Flag |
Red, with the flag of the UK in the upper
hoist-side quadrant and the Bermudian coat of arms centered
on the outer half of the flag |
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More Information
 www.cia.gov
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Bermuda Travel Guides
Frommer's Bermuda
Lonely Planet Bermuda
Let's Go Bermuda
Fodors Bermuda
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Bermuda Culture
| The culture of Bermuda reflects
the heritage and history of its people who are of African and
European decent. Although Bermuda is an overseas territory of
the United Kingdom, Bermuda has strong ties to the United States
and Canada as well as the former British colonies and the Caribbean.
Locals of the island are very friendly and concerned with etiquette.
Good afternoons, please and thank you, is appreciated and praised
for. So don’t forget to get to |
know the people of Bermuda but don’t forget your manners at home!
More Information:
www.state.gov
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Bermuda Shopping
| Bermuda has plenty of great shopping
and high end fashions to choose from. If you are accustomed
to shopping at Rodeo Drive, then the prices in Bermuda’s
elegant shops won’t be much of a surprise to you, but
these prices are somewhat discounted, so finding a great buy
is easy on the island. Bermuda has no sales tax, which means
the price on the tag is the price you pay. In addition, crystal
and china are often less expensive here and if you |
see something you like, just grab it and purchase it. English cashmere,
wool, Irish linen, and perfume are some of the must haves when bringing
back something from Bermuda. Some shopping places to visit are the
Bermuda craft Market and the Butterfield Place, here you will surely
find something that will satisfy your taste no matter what it might
be. Happy shopping and enjoy the culture that Bermuda offers.
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Bermuda Restaurants
We’ve provided listings for some of the top restaurants in
Bermuda including St. George, Hamilton, Paget and more. You’ll
find lavish gourmet restaurants, affordable restaurants serving
up good food, and everything in between. Sample traditional Bermuda
cuisine or other specialty cuisines that are sure to make your taste
buds happy.
Read reviews entered by other patrons and be sure to return to
our site to submit your own restaurant review.
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