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The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
The composition of Great Britain
The United Kingdom is situated on the British Isles. The British Isles consist of two large islands, Great Britain and Ireland, and a great number of small islands.
The United Kingdom consists of England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland:
England – the capital is London.
Scotland – the capital is Edinburgh.
Wales – the capital is Cardiff.
Northern Ireland – the capital is Belfast.
What are the main nationalities of the country?
The main nationalities are: English, Welsh, Scottish and Irish. In Great Britain there are a lot of immigrants from former British Asian and African colonies.
What is Great Britain washed by?
The British Isles are separated from the European continent by the North Sea and the English Channel. The western coast of Great Britain is washed by the Atlantic Ocean and the Irish Sea.
What are the countries-neighbours of Great Britain?
It borders on the Irish Republic in the south.
What mountains are there in Great Britain?
The highest mountain in the UK is Ben Nevis,located in the Lochaber area of the Scottish Highlands.
The UK is home to over 200 mountains that rise above 1,000m – with the majority of these in Scotland.
What are the main rivers of the country?
The longest river in the UK is the river Severn.
Other major rivers include the Thames and the Trent and Merseyrivers.
How large is the population of Great Britain?
The current population of Great Britain is 67.22 million million people.
What are the biggest cities of Great Britain?
The biggest cities are: London, Birmingham, Glasgow, Liverpool, Manchester, Edinburgh, Belfast and others.
What is Britains main industry?
The main sectors are: manufacturing, construction, and tourism.
What can you tell about the historical and cultural heritage of the country?
The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland has a rich historical and cultural heritage
What is the official currency of Great Britain?
The official currency of Great Britain is
pound sterling.
What are the symbols of the country?
There are many symbols that represent Great Britain.The three national symbols of England are the St. George's cross (usually seen as a flag), the red rose, the Three Lions crest (usually seen as a badge), the Union Flag .
What language is spoken in Great Britain?
People speak English
But there are other official languages too, such as Welsh, Scots and Gaelic.
What dishes make up the cuisine of the country?
A wholesome and classic British meal, Shepherd’s Pie originated in Scotland and the North of England and is primarily made from minced lamb and potatoes. Also an apple, pumpkin pies and turkey.
What is the capital of the country?
The capital is London
What is the main religion of the country?
The main religion in the UK is Christianity.