Showing posts with label Architecture. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Architecture. Show all posts
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
Friday, November 28, 2025
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Friday, November 14, 2025
Wednesday, November 12, 2025
Paradise Island Lighthouse
Paradise Island Lighthouse - ©A. Derek Catalano
Paradise Island Lighthouse
Introduction
Perched at the western tip of Paradise Island—formerly known as Hog Island—just off the coast of New Providence Island and the city of Nassau in the Bahamas, the Paradise Island Lighthouse stands as a silent sentinel of maritime history. Built in 1816–17, it is widely regarded as the oldest surviving lighthouse in the West Indies.
In this essay we will explore its historical significance, architectural character, operational role, current condition and conservation efforts, as well as its place in the cultural and tourism landscape of the Bahamas.
Tuesday, October 7, 2025
Saturday, September 27, 2025
Nassau Cruise Port
Nassau Cruise Port - Me and my good cousin Claudia took a walk. Nassau is our home.
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Friday, September 26, 2025
The Justice System of The Bahamas
"Bahamas Supreme Court" - ©A. Derek Catalano
Bank Lane, Nassau, Bahamas
The Justice System of The Bahamas
Introduction
The Commonwealth of The Bahamas, an archipelagic state of more than 700 islands in the Atlantic Ocean, operates under a justice system shaped by its colonial history, constitutional framework, and evolving social and political needs. Rooted in English common law, the Bahamian legal system reflects both its British heritage and its adaptation to a sovereign democratic state. This essay examines the structure, principles, institutions, and challenges of the justice system of The Bahamas, highlighting how it balances tradition and modernity in the pursuit of fairness, order, and the protection of rights.
Wednesday, September 24, 2025
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
©A. Derek Catalano
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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
©A. Derek Catalano
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