Portobello facts for kids

Portobello is a name used for many different places and things around the world. It can be spelled in several ways, like Porto Bello, Port of Bello, Porto Belo, Portabello, or Portabella. This name often means "beautiful port" in Italian or Spanish, and it has been given to towns, roads, and even a type of mushroom!

Places Named Portobello

Many towns and areas across the globe share the name Portobello or a similar spelling. These places are often located near water, reflecting the "port" part of the name.

Portobello in Brazil

• Porto Belo is a city located in the state of Santa Catarina, Brazil. It is known for its beautiful beaches and is a popular tourist spot.

Portobello in Ireland

• Portobello, Dublin is a historic area in Dublin, the capital city of Ireland. It is a lively neighborhood with many shops and cafes.
• Cathal Brugha Barracks in Dublin was once called Portobello Barracks. It is an important military base.

Portobello in New Zealand

• Portobello, New Zealand is a small town on the Otago Peninsula. This peninsula is a beautiful area in New Zealand.
• The Portobello Marine Laboratory is a research center. It studies ocean life near Portobello, New Zealand.
• Portobello Bay is a lovely bay near the town of Portobello.
• The Portobello Peninsula is a part of the larger Otago Peninsula.

Portobello in Panama

• Portobelo, Colón is a historic port town in Panama. It was very important during the Spanish colonial period. Many valuable goods passed through this port.

Portobello in the United Kingdom

• Portobello, Edinburgh is a seaside town in Scotland, part of Edinburgh. It has a long sandy beach and a promenade.
• Portobello Road in London, England, is famous for its large street market. You can find antiques, clothes, and food there.
• Portobello is also a small area south-east of Birtley.
• Portobello, West Midlands is a place in England.
• Portobello is a housing estate in Wakefield, West Yorkshire.

Portobello in the United States

• Portabello Estate is a large property in Corona Del Mar, California.
• Porto Bello (Drayden, Maryland) is a historic home in Maryland.
• Porto Bello (Williamsburg, Virginia) is another historic home, located in Virginia.

Other Uses of Portobello

The name Portobello is also used for other things, not just places.

Portobello Mushroom

• The Agaricus bisporus is a common type of mushroom. When it grows large, it is often called a portobello mushroom. These mushrooms are popular in cooking.

Fictional Portobello

• Porto Bello (Caribbean) is a made-up British colony. It appeared in the Long John Silver film and TV series.

Books and Publishing

• Portobello is a novel written by Ruth Rendell in 2008.
• Portobello Books is a publishing company. It was started in 2005.

See Also

• Portobello railway station (disambiguation)
• Battle of Porto Bello (disambiguation)