Parliament Square — Attraction in New Providence

Our visit to the Parliament Square was filled with great surprises. The square was laid out in the late 1700s to early 1800s by loyalist refugees from North Carolina following the American Revolutionary War. The buildings reflect both British colonial and American Federal styles, reminiscent of structures in New Bern, North Carolina.

We had the opportunity to interact with some government officials who invited us inside the lobby and explained the history and political views of the area. Entry is free, and the square is open to the public. You can also enter the building to visit the Assembly Gallery if it is in session. The best time to visit is on weekdays during the session months of January, April, July, and October, when you can see the Parliament in action.

Don’t forget to go to the back of the building, where you can explore the garden and other important buildings, such as the library and the...

PARLIAMENT SQUARE is located in the most busy street of Nassau, yes, BAY Street. This parliament is compose of THE HOUSE OF ASSEMBLY, THE SENATE BUILDING & THE SUPREME COURT OF THE BAHAMAS 🇧🇸. When the HOUSE of Assembly is in service you could experience when the law makers are debating. When the Supreme Court is in session, you could see the Law makers dress with WIGS & ROBES which is traditional to British traditions. We just learned this by a local Bahamian, unfortunately, PARLIAMENT SQUARE is closed to tourists. It is very interesting to learn how some governments are constituted. I want to thanks our tour guy for explaining every part of this tradition, also I want to thanks GOD for giving us another opportunity to experience his creation, thank you GOD, sincerely,...

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Not at all tourist friendly Very expensive Don't have trolleys at airport, if you want to use The airport staff will ask for 20-30 usd No taxi app Taxis are not easily available on road Buses stop running at 6.00pm Difficult to go out at night Very very hot weather Difficult to be out all day No footpaths to walk safely If it rains water gets clogged everywhere No benches to sit or public toilets To help , people ask for money Copa airlines staff trouble you unnessarily if you are tourist And many more things As a tourist who has travelled to more than 55 countries

do not go to BAHAMAS

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