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The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland is an island nation in Western Europe, composed of England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. The country has a rich history, shaped from the 17th to the 20th century by the largest colonial empire in history, the British Empire. It was the leading world power from the early to the late 19th century and is considered the initiator of the Industrial Revolution. Among the most important sights are the Tower of London, Buckingham Palace, Stonehenge, Hadrian's Wall, Edinburgh Castle and the city of Bath.

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London
London is calling: Anyone who has visited London once will never be able to forget its unique atmosphere. The capital of Great Britain is rich in history, is always a bit idiosyncratic and is stress-free to travel despite the masses of people. The subway makes it possible to visit the ...

Country data United Kingdom

United Kingdom at a glance

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Population66.022.000
LanguageEnglisch
Area244820 km2
ContinentEurope
CurrencyPound Sterling (GBP)
Neighboring countriesIreland

Map United Kingdom

Country borders and location of the capital

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United Kingdom

Whether England, Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland: On this page we show the most beautiful, largest and most interesting cities in the United Kingdom.