Bodden Town (village)
Bodden Town | |
|---|---|
Town | |
 Welcome sign at entrance to Bodden Town, Grand Cayman | |
  Bodden Town | |
| Coordinates: 19°17′00″N 81°15′00″W / 19.28333°N 81.25000°W | |
| Country |  United Kingdom |
| Overseas Territory |  Cayman Islands |
| Island | Grand Cayman |
| Elevation | 10 m (30 ft) |
| Population (2019) | |
| • Total | 16,325 |
Bodden Town, Grand Cayman, is the former capital of the Cayman Islands and centre of the largest district in the Cayman Islands. It is situated on a natural harbour and a coral reef. The first settlement was named after a government leader, . Once ravaged by pirates, this village is known for its remains of a 4 mi (6 km) wall and cannon. Bodden Town has a population of 16,325 (2019 est.).[1] Its top attractions include the Mission House, which features the lifestyle of early Caymanian settlers.[2] Bodden Town is also considered the fastest growing district in the islands in terms of resident population.[when?][citation needed]
Education[]
The Cayman Islands Education Department operates Bodden Town Primary School[3] and Savannah Primary School as well as the International College of the Cayman Islands, a non-profit institution of higher learning accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools to offer associate, bachelor's and master's degrees.
Sports[]
Spectator sports available in Bodden Town include the Bodden Town FC.
References[]
- ^ "Archived copy". Archived from the original on 19 July 2011. Retrieved 16 March 2011.CS1 maint: archived copy as title (link)
- ^ "Cayman Islands Museums – Caribbean Holidays, Cayman – Cayman Islands".
- ^ "Archived copy". Archived from the original on 8 May 2008. Retrieved 2008-03-19.CS1 maint: archived copy as title (link)
External links[]
- Populated places in the Cayman Islands
- Grand Cayman