# New Providence

> district-island of the Bahamas

**Wikidata**: [Q858513](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q858513)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/New_Providence)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/new-providence

## Summary
New Providence is a district-island of the Bahamas, located within the archipelagic nation of The Bahamas. It serves as the home of Nassau, the capital and largest city of the country, and is one of over 30 administrative territorial entities that make up the Bahamas. The island is part of the larger Lucayan Archipelago in the Caribbean region.

## Key Facts
- **Location**: Part of the Bahamas, an island sovereign state in the West Indies.
- **Parent Entity**: The Bahamas (inception: July 10, 1973; country: The Bahamas).
- **Capital**: Nassau, the largest city in the Bahamas, is located on New Providence.
- **Area**: Covers 207 square kilometers.
- **Elevation**: 34 meters above sea level.
- **Coordinates**: 25.078055555555554° N, 77.3386111111111° W.
- **Timezone**: Eastern Time Zone.
- **Official Website**: [www.nassauparadiseisland.com](http://www.nassauparadiseisland.com/).
- **Population**: Approximately 227,940 (estimated for 2025).
- **Administrative Region**: Part of the New Providence administrative region.
- **Creative Cities Network**: Member as a City of Crafts and Folk Art since 2014.
- **Named After**: The House of Nassau, with ties to William III of England.
- **Founded**: 1695, making it one of the oldest settlements in the region.
- **Situated In**: The Atlantic Ocean.
- **Local Dialing Code**: 242.
- **Official Name**: Nassau (since 1695).

## FAQs
**What is New Providence's relationship to The Bahamas?**
New Providence is one of the administrative territorial entities of The Bahamas, an island sovereign state in the West Indies. It is the location of Nassau, the capital and largest city of the Bahamas.

**What is the population of New Providence?**
New Providence has a population of approximately 227,940, estimated for 2025. Previous estimates include 259,300 (2013), 274,400 (2016), and 248,948 (2010 census).

**When was Nassau, the capital of New Providence, founded?**
Nassau was founded in 1695 and named after the House of Nassau, with ties to William III of England. It has served as the capital of the Bahamas since 1973.

**What is the elevation and area of New Providence?**
New Providence covers an area of 207 square kilometers and has an elevation of 34 meters above sea level.

**What organizations is Nassau, the capital of New Providence, a member of?**
Nassau is a member of the Creative Cities Network as a City of Crafts and Folk Art since 2014.

**What is the timezone and local dialing code of New Providence?**
New Providence operates on the Eastern Time Zone and has a local dialing code of 242.

**What is the official website of Nassau, the capital of New Providence?**
The official website of Nassau is [www.nassauparadiseisland.com](http://www.nassauparadiseisland.com/).

## Why It Matters
New Providence serves as a strategic administrative, economic, and cultural hub for the Bahamas, hosting key government institutions, international businesses, and cultural landmarks. Its location on the island of New Providence, in the Atlantic Ocean, provides vital port access for trade and tourism. The city's historical significance as a founding settlement of the Bahamas underscores its role in the nation's identity. Nassau's membership in the Creative Cities Network highlights its cultural contributions, particularly in crafts and folk art. As the largest city in the Bahamas, it plays a crucial role in shaping the country's development and international relations.

## Notable For
- Being the location of Nassau, the capital and largest city of the Bahamas.
- Founded in 1695, making it one of the oldest settlements in the region.
- Named after the House of Nassau, with ties to William III of England.
- Member of the Creative Cities Network as a City of Crafts and Folk Art.
- Serving as a key administrative, economic, and cultural hub for the Bahamas.
- Hosting significant government institutions and international businesses.
- Situated in the Atlantic Ocean, providing strategic port access.
- Elevation of 34 meters above sea level, reflecting its coastal geography.
- Population of approximately 227,940 (estimated for 2025).

## Body

### Geography
New Providence is located on the island of New Providence in the Atlantic Ocean. It covers an area of 207 square kilometers and has an elevation of 34 meters above sea level. The city's coordinates are 25.078055555555554° N, 77.3386111111111° W. The island is part of the larger Bahamas archipelago, which consists of approximately 700 islands, cays, and islets.

### History
New Providence was founded in 1695 and named after the House of Nassau, with ties to William III of England. It served as the capital of the Bahamas from 1973 onwards. The city's historical significance is reflected in its role as a founding settlement of the Bahamas.

### Demographics
New Providence has a population of approximately 227,940, estimated for 2025. Previous population estimates include 259,300 (2013), 274,400 (2016), and 248,948 (2010 census). The official language is English, with roughly 260,000 first-language speakers and 28,000 second-language speakers; Bahamian Creole is also spoken.

### Administration
New Providence serves as the capital city of The Bahamas, established as such in 1973. It is part of the New Providence administrative region and is located in or next to the Atlantic Ocean. The city is a key administrative hub for the Bahamas, hosting significant government institutions and international businesses.

### Economy and Infrastructure
New Providence is a key economic and administrative hub for the Bahamas, hosting significant government institutions and international businesses. Its strategic location in the Atlantic Ocean makes it a vital port for trade and tourism. The city's local dialing code is 242.

### Culture and Heritage
New Providence is a member of the Creative Cities Network as a City of Crafts and Folk Art since 2014. The city's cultural contributions are recognized internationally, reflecting its historical and artistic significance. The national anthem of the Bahamas, "March On, Bahamaland," is also associated with New Providence.

### Related Entities
- **The Bahamas**: New Providence is one of the administrative territorial entities of The Bahamas.
- **Nassau**: The capital and largest city of the Bahamas, located on New Providence.
- **Atlantic Ocean**: New Providence is situated in or next to the Atlantic Ocean.
- **House of Nassau**: New Providence is named after the House of Nassau, with ties to William III of England.
- **Creative Cities Network**: New Providence is a member of the Creative Cities Network as a City of Crafts and Folk Art.

### External Identifiers
New Providence has various external identifiers, including:
- **GND ID**: 4521938-2
- **YSO ID**: 508333 (qualified as "Nassau (Bahama)")
- **FAST ID**: 1205759
- **VIAF ID**: 148911449
- **UN/LOCODE**: BSNAS
- **Geonames ID**: 3571824
- **Freebase ID**: /m/05hcy
- **MusicBrainz Area ID**: b7055337-7a54-400b-ad02-a7836bc23a93
- **Facebook Location ID**: 112304318788651
- **Wikidata Description**: Capital and largest city of the Bahamas

### Images and Media
New Providence has associated images and media, including:
- **Coat of Arms**: [Coat of Arms of Nassau, New Providence](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:FilePath/Coat_of_Arms_of_Nassau,_New_Providence.jpg)
- **Banner**: [Nassau Banner Blue Lagoon](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:FilePath/Nassau_banner_Blue_Lagoon.jpg)
- **Locator Map**: [1788 Plan of the Harbour and Town of Nassau](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:FilePath/1788_Plan_of_the_Harbour_and_Town_of_Nassau.jpg)

### References and Citations
New Providence's data is referenced from various sources, including:
- **Wikidata**: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , .
- **External Websites**: UNESCO, World Population Review, ArchInform, Encyclopædia Britannica, Encyclopædia Universalis, Gran Enciclopèdia Catalana, etc.

## References

1. [Source](https://github.com/JohnMarkOckerbloom/ftl/blob/master/data/wikimap)
2. ISO 3166-2 Newsletter II-3
3. Freebase Data Dumps. 2013
4. FIPS 10-4
5. GeoNames
6. [Source](https://golden.com/wiki/New_Providence-YE3YV)
7. National Library of Israel Names and Subjects Authority File