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Archaeological excavations, conducted by the Bahamian Field Station, have shown that the peaceful indigenous people of The Bahamas, the Lucayan/Taino Ameridians, had villages here.
Our full-service marina offers protected deep water dockage. Draft at the marina entrance is six and a half feet at low tide. Eight slips are available, accommodating boats up to 140 feet with advance notice.
The Riding Rock Resort and Marina has a long tradition of dive excellence. There are shallow reefs rich with tame and friendly marine life, stunning water clarity and more than 20 miles of dramatic vertical walls.
We make Hanging Ornaments, Wall Art (from natural elements found on the beach). Please Order three (3) days in advance.
At Sandy Point, a strange phenomenon occurs in summer where the waves carry the sand to the west, forming six to eight-foot deep pools of water. In winter, the sand is moved back to the other side. It is great for snorkeling.
A number of packages are available, from beginners, to immediate and expert. PADI certification. Diving equipment is available for rental.
The Seafront Restaurant at Riding Rock Inn Resort specializes in scrumptious Bahamian and American cuisine. Conch chowder is featured daily, along with specials for lunch and dinner. Sandwiches can also be prepared upon request.
We offer Waterskiing, and Tours To Cave (Boat), Snorkeling, Diving and More!
Located near the entrance to Pigeon Creek, where the sand is fine like snow.
We offer souvenirs, in addition to a variety of personal care items and notions.
The 1892 World's Fair, held in Chicago, celebrated the 400th anniversary of the discovery of the New World. In 1891, the Chicago Herald, an American newspaper, erected this sphere (hewn from native limestone) in commemoration of Columbus' landfall.
San Salvador is also known as the Land of Lakes. In the centre of the island , the Great Lake, which served as the major means of transportation in days past, has been protected to preserve this natural pristine wonder for future generations.
This monument which commemorates the Olympic games is located at Long Bay. The flame, brought from Greece by ship, was placed in the monument before it was taken to Mexico City to open the games there in 1968. The beach at this monument is especially beautiful for swimming and scuba diving.
On August 2, 1991, the Director-General of UNESCO, in the presence of the Prime Minister of The Commonwealth of The Bahamas, declared San Salvador a Monument of the Quincentennial, acknowledging it as the geographical starting point of the new American epoch commencing October 12, 1492.
Watling's Castle, the ruins of a late 18th century Loyalist plantation house, was named after George Watling, a buccaneer who frequented the place.
Specializes in woodwork and woodcarving.