City of Portsmouth, Port city in Hampshire, England.
Portsmouth extends across Portsea Island with 4.5 miles of waterfront, connected to mainland England through three road bridges and a railway line.
The city received its royal charter in 1194 from King Richard I, establishing the foundation for its development as a major naval base.
The Historic Dockyard contains HMS Victory, HMS Warrior, and the Mary Rose Museum, presenting centuries of British maritime achievements and innovations.
Portsmouth International Port operates regular ferry services to France, Spain, and the Channel Islands with direct rail connections to London.
The Spinnaker Tower rises 170 meters above the harbor, featuring three observation decks with glass floors overlooking the Solent waterways.
Location: Hampshire
Inception: 1835
Capital city: Portsmouth
Shares border with: Gosport, Fareham, East Hampshire
Website: https://portsmouth.gov.uk
GPS coordinates: 50.80000,-1.06667
Latest update: March 5, 2025 00:13
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