Bodden Town (village)
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 | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Population (2021) | |
• Total | 14,845[1] |
| Time zone | UTC-05:00 (EST) |
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]
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.[6]
Politics
The politics of Bodden Town are dominated by the moderate PACT Government coalition, who have a ‘Caymanian first’ and limited immigration stance.[7] The Premier of the Cayman Islands, Wayne Panton’s constituency, Newlands, is located in Bodden Town (district).[8]
Sports
Spectator sports available in Bodden Town include the Bodden Town FC.[9]
References
- ^ "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.
- ^ "ICCI celebrates 50 years in educational excellence - Cayman Marl Road". 19 October 2020. Retrieved 5 January 2026.
- ^ "10,600 work permits deferred over last 10 months". 28 February 2022.
- ^ "Key people". otp.gov.ky. Retrieved 10 April 2024.
- ^ Russell Jr, Seaford (15 March 2025). "Bodden Town FC surge to monumental President's Cup win". Cayman Compass.