The Bimini group is 50 miles (80km) east of Miami and spans an
area no larger than 10 square miles (26 sq km). The main island,
North Bimini (or simply 'Bimini') is barely seven miles long (11km)
and no more than 1,200ft (366m) across at its widest point. The
islands are best known for the excellent fishing opportunities,
with visitors from around the world coming here to test their
skills and catch an array of fish including tuna, sailfish, mako
shark, barracuda and, above all, blue marlin. Almost all the action
happens in Alice Town, a laid back town where fishermen gather to
swap stories. During spring break the town becomes a little raucous
with the arrival of crowds of college students. Scuba divers are
also lured by some mysterious stone blocks in the waters off North
Bimini which islanders claim are part of the 'lost city' of
Atlantis.
