"Poinciana Lane" - Bahamas AI Art
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Showing posts with label Architecture. Show all posts
Saturday, September 6, 2025
Wednesday, September 3, 2025
Sunday, August 31, 2025
Thursday, August 14, 2025
The Royal Victoria Hotel: Pioneer of Health Tourism in the Bahamas
A newspaper advertisement for the Royal Victoria Hotel, circa 1875.
The Royal Victoria Hotel: Pioneer of Health Tourism in the Bahamas
The Royal Victoria Hotel, a historic landmark in the heart of Nassau which opened in 1861, stands as a testament to the transformative power of tourism in The Bahamas. While now a relic of a bygone era, its role in the late 19th and early 20th centuries was pivotal, as it was strategically promoted not merely as a luxury destination but as a premier health resort. This extensive campaign, driven by prevailing medical philosophies and an understanding of the burgeoning leisure class, laid the groundwork for the modern tourism industry, even as the specific focus on health eventually gave way to recreational pursuits. The story of the Royal Victoria Hotel is therefore a microcosm of the evolution of Bahamian tourism, demonstrating its origins in a niche, therapeutic market.
Tuesday, August 12, 2025
Thursday, July 31, 2025
Wednesday, July 16, 2025
Dive Into The Bahamas
"Dive Into The Bahamas" - Bay St., Nassau
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"Dive Into The Bahamas" - Bay St., Nassau
Sunday, July 13, 2025
Bahamas World Famous Straw Market
"Bahamas World Famous Straw Market" - ©A. Derek Catalano
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"Bahamas World Famous Straw Market" - ©A. Derek Catalano
"Woodes Rogers Walk" - ©A. Derek Catalano
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Thursday, July 10, 2025
Happy 52nd Independence Day Bahamas
Sunday, July 6, 2025
St. Agnes Anglican Church
St. Agnes Anglican Church
Baillou Hill Rd.,Nassau, Bahamas
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St. Agnes Anglican Church with a touch of our National Colors to celebrate our upcoming Independence Day on July 10th. I was driving past and the sun was hitting the church just right. Pulled over and got a few quick shots.
St. Agnes Anglican Church 180th Year Celebration Sign
Baillou Hill Rd.,Nassau, Bahamas
Baillou Hill Rd.,Nassau, Bahamas
Wednesday, June 25, 2025
Poinciana Lighthouse - PC Wallpaper
"Poinciana Lighthouse" - Bahamas AI Art
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Related article: Lighthouses of the Bahamas
Saturday, June 14, 2025
Thursday, June 12, 2025
Island Home - PC Wallpaper
Tuesday, June 10, 2025
Martello Tower with Poinciana
"Martello Tower with Poinciana" - Bahamas AI Art
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Martello towers are small, coastal fortresses built by the British during the 19th century, mainly as part of a defense scheme against potential invasion by France and later, the United States. Inspired by a fort at Mortella Point in Corsica, they were designed to offer strong coastal defenses. - Gemini
Wednesday, June 4, 2025
Tuesday, June 3, 2025
Monday, May 26, 2025
Summer House - PC Wallpapers
Friday, May 23, 2025
Tropic Art Gallery - PC Wallpaper
Tuesday, May 20, 2025
Summer House - PC Wallpaper
Thursday, May 15, 2025
Moonlight Hut - 4K HD PC Wallpaper
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