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Where is Bermuda?

Bermuda is a British territory located in the western Atlantic Ocean. The closest land is North Carolina, about 1,035 kilometers (643 miles) to the west-northwest.

How many people live in Bermuda?

As of the 2019 census, about 64,000 people live in the country. The population is mostly Black (52% of the population). Other racial makeups include White (31%), multiracial (9%), Asian (4%), and other races (4%). Seventy percent of Bermudians are native-born.

When was Bermuda discovered?

Bermuda was discovered in the 1500s by Spanish explorer Juan de Bermúdez, after whom it is named. It was officially colonized by the British in 1607.

What is Bermuda’s economic status?

Bermuda is one of the richest countries per capita in the world, ranking just fourth in its GDP per capita (US $117,097)