United Kingdom
Capital
London
Population
~67.3 million
Currency
Pound Sterling (GBP)
Quick Facts
- Languages
- English
- Religion
- Historically Christian (Anglican, Catholic), increasingly diverse/secular
- Climate
- Temperate maritime; mild winters, cool summers, changeable weather
Culture & History
Known for: the former British Empire, the Royal Family (monarchy), Shakespeare, The Beatles, Premier League football, and Brexit
Also famous for: Pub culture, iconic landmarks (Big Ben, Stonehenge), diverse accents, historical influence on global language/law/culture
Food: Fish and Chips, Sunday Roast, Full English Breakfast, Afternoon Tea
Brief History
Roman Britain, Anglo-Saxons, Norman Conquest, union of England/Scotland/Wales/Northern Ireland, global empire, major role in World Wars, post-war welfare state