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Sightseeing in Portsmouth - what to see. Complete travel guide

Portsmouth Harbour Portsmouth is located on the shore of the Solent Strait. This is a major port city and a naval base of Britain. The city is quite interesting for travelers because it, like many old English towns, has really wide choice of notable places.
Except of wealthy trip program Portsmouth can offer to its guests a lot of interesting amusements. One of the most popular attractions is city observing from the Spinnaker tower. On the last … Open
Start exploring the city from visiting Spinnaker Tower built in the shape of a sail. At the top of the tower there is a large observation platform from which travellers will enjoy panoramic of Portsmouth in details. The majority of the city’s attractions and excursions are related to marine issues. You can examine models of ancient ships and even go inside the submarine if you visit Gosport Submarine Museum.
The yard region, which is located near the Spinnaker Tower, features many interesting things. Here is anchored a beautiful ship named Mary Rose, which was built in the mid-16th century. During one of its battles with the French fleet, the ship sank. Later it was discovered by archaeologists and brought to the surface. This is one of the most significant findings of the last century. Another historical monument is the HMS Victory ship, which participated in the battle with the Napoleon’s flotilla. HMS Warrior 1860 is the largest ship. This was the first model, which body was entirely made of iron. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
After visiting all models you can visit one of the local shops that offer large selection of souvenirs and miniature models of ships. Souvenir shops will become a true finding for fans and collectors of marine theme items.
Another attraction is Portsmouth's house where lived the famous writer Charles Dickens. It was converted into a museum, which still keeps the decoration from the times when Dickens has lived here. The museum also has numerous manuscripts and a large library.
Portsmouth invites its guests to visit the best restaurants, there are various establishments in this city. Restaurant 27 is very popular, except of big assortment of national dishes it … Open
A beautiful architectural monument is Osborne House. Built in the 19th century by the order of Queen Victoria, it had remained her favorite summer residence for many years. Today, within the walls of the beautiful palace, there is a rich collection of ancient works of art, antique furniture, and various precious jewelry, which once belonged to the royal family. Currently, the palace houses a small children's museum, so it is considered an ideal place for a family visit. The palace is surrounded by a magnificent landscaped garden with many natural observation points offering a wonderful panoramic view of the Solent Strait.
History buffs would be interested in visiting Fort Nelson built in the middle of the 19th century, which is presently part of the Royal Armouries. A collection of artillery that includes especially valuable exhibits is of particular interest to its visitors. The open-air museum houses bronze cannons produced back in the middle of the 15th century, as well as a collection of French guns that were captured during the Battle of Waterloo. Visitors to Fort Nelson are invited to take part in interesting historical events, costumed performances and shooting show presenting various guns.
The main symbol of big port city is historical docks, which were constructed in 1194. Today several beautiful old ships are moored there and every ship has own amazing history. One of them … Open
One of the oldest historic buildings in the city is Portchester Castle. Its construction began in the late 11th century and lasted almost a hundred years. The castle surrounded by picturesque forests was the favorite hunting residence of King John. Over the years, the castle has survived many battles. The very first major reconstruction of the castle took place in the 14th century by the order of King Edward II. After the renovation, the fortress was used as a prison for some time. Today, the castle's main tower houses a very interesting historical exhibition.
Eldon Building (Night) The city has two sumptuous theaters, whose repertoire makes an invaluable contribution to its cultural life. In New Theatre Royal Portsmouth you can attend spectacular and atmospheric performances supplemented by incredible light shows and musical accompaniment. Next to the theatre is another interesting tourist attraction - the historic pub, which has been producing brand beer for more than 100 years. The oldest theatre in the city is the Groundlings Theatre, which has managed to retain some of its unique original decorations.
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Map of all castles
Survived castles around Portsmouth
♥   Castle 'Southsea Castle Device Forts' , 2.1 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Castle 'Portchester Castle' , 4.7 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Castle 'Calgary Castle' , 9 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Castle 'Warblington Castle' , 10.6 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Castle 'West Cowes Castle' , 14.8 km from the center. On the map   Photo
Map of all parks
National and city parks around Portsmouth
♥   Park 'Queen Elizabeth II' , 112.2 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Regional Park 'Cherbourg' , 134 km from the center. On the map   Photo

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Megalithic Monuments of Stonehenge and Avebury

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Nearby, there is another amazing megalithic complex, Avebury. Archaeologists suggest that its age is about 4 000 years. This archaeological complex also consists of a cromlech, the diameter of which is more than 350 meters. The structure is surrounded by its moat and shaft. About a hundred stone pillars are set at the perimeter. The weight of pillars is about 50 tons, which also leads modern researchers to confusion. … Read further

Science Park Porton Down

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It is also known that the laboratories of the science park store samples of the most dangerous and aggressive viruses in the world, including the Ebola virus, which was first recorded in 1976 in Africa. In 2008, the Daily Mail published an incredible note that in the "Porton Down" Science Park they are investigating bodies of extraterrestrials that were brought to the laboratory from the crash site of an alien ship. For more than a hundred years of the existence of the base, almost nothing is known about its activities. It is impossible for an outsider to penetrate the territory of the scientific center. … Read further
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All about Portsmouth, Great Britain - sightseeings, attractions, touristic spots, architecture, history, culture and cuisine. Prepare your trip together with OrangeSmile.com - find out the 'must see' things in Portsmouth, which places to visit, which excursions to take, where the breathtaking views are waiting for you. Planning your trip with this travel guide will help your to get the most out of Portsmouth in few days.
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