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Which city in the Bahamas is the main city?

Nassau is the capital and the most important city of the Bahamas. It is located on the north shore of New Providence Island, only 290 kilometers away from Miami, USA. Nassau was a British settlement in 1930s +65438, and developed into a larger town in 1660, which was then called "Charlestown". 1690 was named after Prince Nassau, England. 1729 was officially established, and the name "Nassau" has been used ever since. It is located in the northernmost part of the West Indies, on the northeast coast of New Providence Island, adjacent to Paradise Island. It has a population of 307,000, of which 80% are black. Founded in 1660, it is called "Charlestown". Renamed on 1690. Established in 1729. International seaport, excellent port, water depth12m, shielded by Paretis Island, which can berth ocean-going ships. Mainly export sisal, sponge, citrus, tomato, pineapple and so on. There are also canned food, brewing, shipbuilding and other industries and handicrafts. With mild climate, beautiful beaches and colonial buildings, the old city is a famous winter tourist attraction.