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Capital: London

City English Name: London

Country: United Kingdom

Country English Name: United Kingdom

Province: N/A (Not applicable, as the United Kingdom is a unitary state without provinces)

Province English Name: N/A

Country Area Code: +44

Longitude and Latitude: 51.5074° N, 0.1278° W

Currency: British pound sterling (£)

Language: English

IANA Time Zone: Europe/London

Standard Time Zone: Greenwich Mean Time (GMT)

Daylight Saving Time: British Summer Time (BST)

Introduction:

The United Kingdom, commonly known as Britain, is a sovereign island nation located off the northwestern coast of continental Europe. It comprises the island of Great Britain, the northeastern part of the island of Ireland, and many smaller islands. The country has a population of over 68 million people and an area of approximately 243,610 square kilometers (94,060 square miles).

The United Kingdom has a long and rich history, dating back to the Roman invasion in 43 AD. It has played a significant role in world affairs over the centuries, particularly during the British Empire period. Today, the United Kingdom is a constitutional monarchy with a parliamentary democracy. The head of state is the monarch, currently Queen Elizabeth II, and the head of government is the Prime Minister.

The United Kingdom has a diverse economy, with a strong service sector and a significant industrial base. It is a member of the European Union and the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO). The country is also a permanent member of the United Nations Security Council.

London, the capital of the United Kingdom, is a global city and a major financial and cultural center. Other major cities in the UK include Birmingham, Manchester, Glasgow, and Edinburgh. The United Kingdom is a popular tourist destination, with attractions such as Buckingham Palace, Stonehenge, and the Tower of London.