Bodden Town (village)

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, 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 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.

Bodden Town
Town
Welcome sign at entrance to Bodden Town, Grand Cayman
Bodden Town
Coordinates: 19°17′00″N 81°15′00″W
Country United Kingdom
Overseas Territory Cayman Islands
IslandGrand Cayman
Elevation
10 m (30 ft)
Population
 (2019)
 • Total16,325

70.5% Multiracial

24.2% Black

3.4% White

2.0% Asian

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
  1. "Archived copy". Archived from the original on 19 July 2011. Retrieved 16 March 2011.CS1 maint: archived copy as title (link)
  2. "Cayman Islands Museums – Caribbean Holidays, Cayman – Cayman Islands".
  3. "Archived copy". Archived from the original on 8 May 2008. Retrieved 2008-03-19.CS1 maint: archived copy as title (link)

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