UK stands for the United Kingdom.
It is a sovereign country located off the northwestern coast of mainland Europe. The full official name is the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland.
Quick Facts:
- Capital: London
- Population: ~67-68 million
- Currency: Pound Sterling (£ / GBP)
- Official Language: English (with recognized regional languages like Welsh, Scottish Gaelic, and Irish)
- Government: Constitutional monarchy with a parliamentary democracy
What does the UK consist of?
The UK is made up of four constituent countries:
- England (the largest, with the capital London)
- Scotland (to the north, capital Edinburgh)
- Wales (to the west, capital Cardiff)
- Northern Ireland (on the island of Ireland, capital Belfast)
(Note: Great Britain is the island that contains England, Scotland, and Wales – but the UK also includes Northern Ireland.)
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