Portsmouth is a city that has fully devoted itself to the sea. Not only is that reflected in a great number of sights and landmarks, but you can also feel the natives’ longing for freedom and the vastness of the sea. The location definitely influenced the people’s open and receptive attitude.
SAIL TOWERING OVER THE CITY
Portsmouth can look back at eight hundred years of navigation history. The historic harbor, the marine museum, and the Spinnaker Tower are testimony to the connection between the city and the bygone era of sailing exploration. The Spinnaker Tower, standing at a height of 170 metres, is the tallest, man-made, accessible structure in the UK outside of London, and gives the impression from a distance of being a large sail swaying over the city. During the Second World War, the German air force targeted Portsmouth on numerous occasions because of its strategically important location, resulting in the destruction of large areas of the historic city centre. In addition to the historic harbor, Portsmouth has a lot to offer in relation to entertainment, culture, and sports. Charles Dickens, author of “Oliver Twist”, was born in Portsmouth, and the house where he was born has been converted into the Dickens Museum.
