Bodden Town is the former capital of the Cayman Islands and the largest district in the territory. It is situated on a natural harbour and a coral reef. The first settlement was named after a government leader, William Bodden. 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 14,845 (2021 census).[2] Its top attractions include the Mission House, which features the lifestyle of early Caymanian settlers.[3] Bodden Town is also considered the fastest growing district in the islands in terms of resident population.[4]
Bodden Town | |
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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 (2021) | |
• Total | 14,845[1] |
Education
editThe Cayman Islands Education Department operates Bodden Town Primary School[5] 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.
Politics
editThe politics of Bodden Town are dominated by the moderate PACT Government coalition, who have a ‘Caymanian first’ and limited immigration stance.[6] The Premier of the Cayman Islands, Wayne Panton’s constituency, Newlands, is located in Bodden Town (district).[7]
Sports
editSpectator sports available in Bodden Town include the Bodden Town FC.
References
edit- ^ "Census 2021" (PDF). eso.ky. Retrieved 10 April 2024.
- ^ "Commonwealth Secretariat - Cayman Islands". Archived from the original on 19 July 2011. Retrieved 16 March 2011.
- ^ "Cayman Islands Museums – Caribbean Holidays, Cayman – Cayman Islands".
- ^ Cayman Islands Preliminary Census 2021 Archived 31 March 2022 at the Wayback Machine
- ^ "Learning Village - Bodden Town Primary School". Archived from the original on 8 May 2008. Retrieved 2008-03-19.
- ^ "10,600 work permits deferred over last 10 months". 28 February 2022.
- ^ "Key people". otp.gov.ky. Retrieved 10 April 2024.