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Portland, England
Located along the English Channel, Portland is divided into two areas: north and south. The south end is where extensive stone quarries lie, a resource important to the region. Unique to the city is the Weymouth and Portland National Sailing Academy, which hosts world sailing championships.
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What you NEED TO KNOW
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Port Name & Location
Portland Port
Ship will DOCK at this port. -
Time Zone
BST (British Summer Time)
UTC/GMT +1 hour -
Language
The local language is English. -
Currency & Shopping
British Pound (GPB)
Native crafts, souvenirs and clothing. -
Famous For
Portland Castle overlooks the harbor and is one of Henry VIII’s best-preserved coastal fortifications. -
Fun Fact #1
Portland is in the heart of England’s dramatic Jurassic Coast, so called because its rock bed dates back 185 million years. -
Fun Fact: Foodies
Go traditional with fish and chips or steak and kidney pie, along with a “proper” pint of ale at a local pub. -
Fun Fact: Landmarks
Portland Bill Lighthouse has guided sailors for 3-plus centuries. Also, the abandoned Tout Quarry has been turned into a delightful stone sculpture park.