| Cayman Brac | |
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| State | UK |
|---|---|
| Region | Cayman Islands |
| Surface | 38 km² |
| Institutional website | |
Cayman Brac is a minor island of the group of Cayman
To know
The word Brac, from which the island takes its name, is nothing more than the term used in the Gaelic language to indicate the limestone relief (in English: The Bluff) located in the center of the island that crosses it almost for its entire length.
The particularity of the area is the major tourist attraction, its natural conformation allows you to make numerous excursions to observe the local fauna and flora.
Geographical notes
Cayman Brac is located in the Caribbean Sea approximately 143 km northeast of Grand Cayman, is about 19 km long with an average width of 2 km.
Background
The island was sighted, along with Little Cayman, by Christopher Columbus in 1503. In the following years it became one of the favorite landing points for privateers and pirates thanks to the presence of fresh water and the rich fauna from which food could be obtained for the crews.
Culture and traditions
The processing of the local stone (called Caymanite) by artisans is developed.
Territories and tourist destinations
How to get
By plane
In the western part of the island there is an international airport, Gerrard Smith International Airport (IATA: CYB), served by the national airline, Cayman Airways.
There is no ferry service. Private boats depart from Grand Cayman.
How to get around
What see
- The lighthouse
- Parrot Reserve
- Cayman Brac Community Park - Gathers numerous indigenous plant species and the local historical museum.
What to do
- Diving - The island is popular with scuba diving enthusiasts.
- Speleology - There are numerous caves that can be visited.
- Climbing - Due to its conformation, Cayman Brac is also a destination for climbing enthusiasts, who try their hand at the rocky walls overlooking the sea.
At the table
Safety
Other projects
Wikipedia contains an entry concerning Cayman Brac
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