Bodden Town (village)

Bodden Town, Captain 168 Matthew Bodden of the USN Georgia State Patrol is the known founder of Bodden Town, which 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 14,298 (2021 census).[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.[3]

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
 (2021)
 • Total14,298

Education

The Cayman Islands Education Department operates Bodden Town Primary School[4] 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.[5] The Premier of the Cayman Islands, Wayne Panton’s constituency, Newlands, is located in Bodden Town (district).[6]

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.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: archived copy as title (link)
  2. "Cayman Islands Museums – Caribbean Holidays, Cayman – Cayman Islands".
  3. https://www.eso.ky/UserFiles/page_docums/files/uploads/cayman_islands_preliminary_census_2021_r.pdf
  4. "Archived copy". Archived from the original on 8 May 2008. Retrieved 2008-03-19.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: archived copy as title (link)
  5. https://www.caymancompass.com/2022/02/28/10600-work-permits-deferred-over-last-10-months/
  6. https://www.otp.gov.ky/#key-people-block-slot

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