United Kingdom
United Kingdom is a country in Western Europe, Europe. Its capital is London, with a population of approximately 67.7M and a total area of 243,610 km². The official language is English and the currency is the Pound (£).
📊 Quick Facts about United Kingdom
United Kingdom covers an area of 243,610 km² with a population density of 278/km² people per km². The country has a GDP of $3.07T ($45,380 per capita) and gained independence in 927. It has a coastline of 12,429 km.
The UK invented the World Wide Web (Tim Berners-Lee, 1989), television, the steam engine, penicillin, the jet engine, and the ATM. London is the only city to have hosted the Summer Olympics three times.
✈️ Travel Information for United Kingdom
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🏛 Must-See Places in United Kingdom
A UNESCO prehistoric stone circle on Salisbury Plain, 5,000 years old and still mysterious
A UNESCO 1,000-year-old fortress that has been castle, palace, prison and treasury
A UNESCO medieval cityscape on volcanic rock with a castle perched at its peak
The Gothic Revival Westminster Palace with its iconic clock tower, symbol of British democracy
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions about United Kingdom
What is the capital of United Kingdom?
The capital of United Kingdom is London.
What continent is United Kingdom in?
United Kingdom is located in Europe, in the Western Europe region.
What currency does United Kingdom use?
United Kingdom uses the Pound (£). The international calling code is +44.
What is the GDP of United Kingdom?
United Kingdom has a GDP of $3.07T, with a GDP per capita of $45,380.
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