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Androsia Batik Works Factory

Andros Town, Andros
242-368-2080
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Ranked #4 of 9 attractions in Andros
4.0 of 5 stars 11 Reviews
Type: Factory Tours
Activities: Group tours/walking tour
Description: Visitors can tour the premesis and learn how the colorful fabric called 'batik' is made.
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Stillwater, Minnesota
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3 reviews 3 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2012

If you want some unique tropical clothing or just the fabric you need to stop at the factory in Fresh Creek. They usually have stuff on the sale racks with all kinds of different designs. You won't find this unique clothing anywhere else. They do have a website also but if you are near you should stop by. By bigger... More

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Hong Kong
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2012

Opportunity to do a batik class and create a batik, check out the factory and do some shopping--perfect for a rainy afternoon. More

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Columbia, SC
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6 reviews 6 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2012

Fun to see the process of producing the batik fabric and having an opportunity to purchase locally produced items as souvenirs. A must-see in the Fresh Creek area. More

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Houston, Texas
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4 reviews 4 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 March 2012

You get the spirit of the Bahamas - no a big fancy place a working factory and small outlet. Fun to go to. More

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indiana
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 March 2012

Fun afternoon trip where we go to make a great souvenir! It was interesting to see where the fabic that decorated our cabin at Small Hope was decorated in. More

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Evansville, Indiana
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 March 2012

It was fun to make our own fabric pattern, and purchase some clothing made out of the colorful fabric. More

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Iqaluit, Canada
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 March 2012

this local textile industry started out as a small business for local single mothers in the 70's. It has expanded to be recognized as a national symbol of the Bahamas, and has since downsized again to retain authenticity. You can even create your own Batik fabric here! More

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Babylon, New York
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11 reviews 11 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 February 2012

North Andros is home to the Androsia batik factory and must see on a trip to this island. The colors are amazing and the designs are island inspired. Take the tour and be sure to check out the gift shop as you won't want to leave without a shirt, dress or tablecloth! More

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Atlanta, Georgia
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5 reviews 5 reviews
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 January 2012
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Very affordable, happy clothes for little girls. Cute batik patterns in bright island colors. More

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4 reviews 4 reviews
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 September 2011
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For fans of batik, this has become quite the Bahamaian art form. Place is nothing special (cinderblock/fluoro lights...But the fabrics are colorful and fun and range from classic tourita trap to actual art. Something for everyone...Unique gifts. More

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