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San Salvador is the first landfall site of Christopher Columbus on his initial voyage of discovery in 1492. Four separate monuments mark the exact spot Columbus came ashore, however, it is generally regarded that he landed at Long Bay where a big stone cross stands. Called Guanahani by the native Lucayan Indians, Columbus renamed the island San Salvador or "Holy Saviour," noting in his journal, "The beauty of these islands surpasses that of any other and as much as the day surpasses the night in splendour."
However, the island subsequently became the headquarters of the buccaneer George Watling and carried his name (Watling Island) until 1925, reflecting his great influence.
The
pace of life here has changed little over the centuries. Today, San
Salvador is the ultimate escape. The island has miles of pristine
and secluded beaches, and an emerald-blue
sea of such sparkling clarity that divers have visibility of up to
150 feet. Challenging reef and wreck diving can
be undertaken at High Cay, Low Cay, and Middle Cay.
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