Historically it would have been the Royal Navy and Pompey – that remains the case but there is so much more.
Here’s what first springs to mind about our city around the rest of the world, encompassing its proud history and its exciting present – what would you add to it?
5. Pompey
Portsmouth FC has a 125-year history with - as we know - the highest of highs and the lowest of lows Photo: Levi Allen
6. My Dog Sighs
Street artist My Dog Sighs - whose Portsmouth-wide treasure hunt is running over the Easter 2023 weekend - has not only brightened up large parts of the city but has made a very respected name for himself. PIctured at Hilsea Lido are Sadie Tierney, My Dog Sighs, Matt Dixon and Samo (260221-29) Photo: Keith Woodland
7. Gunwharf Quays
Gunwharf Quays is a shopping and entertainment complex on the former site of HMS Vernon and has shops, restaurants, bars and a cinema Photo: Chris Moorhouse
8. The D-Day Story museum
The D-Day Story (formerly the D-Day Museum) is a world-famous attraction telling the story of Operation Overlord and the invasion of Normandy, which changed the course of the Second World War. Since August 2020 the promenade outside has featured a landing craft tank (LCT 7074), which was restored in Portsmouth Photo: -