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Portsmouth, Virginia - A Thriving City with Small-Town Appeal

A classic blend of 19th century quaintness with 21st century planning, Portsmouth Virginia is a thriving city with small-town appeal. Filled with historical buildings and a revitalized downtown, residents enjoy Portsmouth's numerous older neighborhoods because they are quiet places to live, yet have quick and easy access to neighboring cities. Portsmouth is home to the Virginia Children's Museum, the Virginia Sports Hall of Fame and Portsmouth City Park with gardens, a golf course, tennis courts and boat ramps.
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