Coxen Hole
Coxen Hole, is the largest city on the island of Roatán, and the capital of the Bay Islands department of Honduras, with a population of 5,070 as of census 2001. It is also the location of the island's Juan Manuel Gálvez International Airport.
Coxen Hole | |
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 Coxen Hole, Roatan | |
  Coxen Hole | |
| Coordinates: 16°18′N 86°33′W | |
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| Departament | Bay Islands |
| Population (2001) | |
| • Total | 5,070 |
History
The city was founded in 1835 when several families moved to Roatán from the Cayman Islands. It is named after pirate Captain John Coxen/Coxon. Roatán was once home to over 5,000 pirates.
Bus service connects Coxen Hole with other points on the island. Coxen Hole Stadium is located in the town. There is also a small hospital, Woods Medical Facility.
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