Bodden Town (village) explained

Official Name:Bodden Town
Settlement Type:Town
Pushpin Map:United Kingdom Cayman Islands
Pushpin Mapsize:300px
Subdivision Type:Country
Subdivision Type1:Overseas Territory
Subdivision Type2:Island
Subdivision Name2:Grand Cayman
Elevation M:10
Population As Of:2021
Population Total:14,845[1]
Coordinates:19.2833°N -81.25°W

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 40NaN0 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]

Education

The 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

The 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

Spectator sports available in Bodden Town include the Bodden Town FC.

External links

19.2833°N -81.25°W

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Census 2021. eso.ky. 10 April 2024.
  2. Web site: Commonwealth Secretariat - Cayman Islands . 16 March 2011 . https://web.archive.org/web/20110719034244/http://www.thecommonwealth.org/YearbookInternal/140416/140424/cayman_islands/ . 19 July 2011 . dead .
  3. Web site: Cayman Islands Museums – Caribbean Holidays, Cayman – Cayman Islands.
  4. https://www.eso.ky/UserFiles/page_docums/files/uploads/cayman_islands_preliminary_census_2021_r.pdf Cayman Islands Preliminary Census 2021
  5. Web site: Learning Village - Bodden Town Primary School . 2008-03-19 . dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20080508013957/http://www.italic.ky/lv/BT/school.nsf/HomePage/Welcome . 8 May 2008 . dmy .
  6. Web site: 10,600 work permits deferred over last 10 months . 28 February 2022 .
  7. Web site: Key people. otp.gov.ky . 10 April 2024.