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Great Exuma Island Scuba Diving
G reat Exuma is the largest island in the chain of 360 islands, mi (209 km) long and 72 sq. mi (187 km²) in area. Great Exuma is-
or cays, known as ‘The Exumas’. A hidden gem, Exuma is the land has an area of 61 sq. mi (158 km²) while Little Exuma has an
ideal spot for relaxation with its aqua clear waters, deserted sandy area of 11 sq. mi (29 km²). Between 2000 and 2010, the population
beaches, secluded bays and cool breezes. The capital and largest of Exuma more than doubled, reflecting the construction of large
city in the district is George Town (permanent population 1,000), and small resort properties and the related direct air traffic to Great
founded 1793 and located on Great Exuma. The Tropic of Cancer Exuma from locations as distant as Toronto, Canada.
runs across a beach close to the city. The entire island chain is 130
