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?
10. Portsmouth International Port
Portsmouth International Port is one of the busiest ports in the UK, and it is a gateway to France, Spain, and the Channel Islands Photo: Martin Davies/Portsmouth International Port
11. The University of Portsmouth
The city's university sees many international students, with around a fifth of the student body from outside the UK. Students from more than 150 countries study here with most common nationalities Chinese, Nigerian, Malaysian, Greek, and Indian Photo: -
12. Victorious Festival
From humble beginnings 11 years ago as a free festival in the dockyard, Victorious is now a major part of the UK circuit. Here fans watch Sam Fender last year Photo: Habibur Rahman