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Nestled in the embrace of the North Atlantic, the United Kingdom unfolds like a tapestry of history, woven with threads of ancient history and modern vibrancy. Comprising England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, this island nation is a symphony of cultural richness and historic grandeur. From the windswept moors of Yorkshire to the rugged highlands of Scotland, each landscape tells a tale of bygone eras and enduring traditions.

London, a sprawling metropolis pulsing with global influence, contrasts beautifully with the tranquil, timeless beauty of the Lake District and the dramatic cliffs of Dover. A crucible of innovation and tradition, Britain has produced literary giants and revolutionary thinkers who have left an indelible mark on the world stage. It is a land where the echoes of Shakespeare's soliloquies mingle with the rhythms of modern life, offering an ever-evolving narrative of heritage and progress.

  • London (includes the Tower of London, British Museum, Parliament, Trafalgar Square);
  • Windsor Castle;
  • Stonehenge;
  • Roman Baths & Georgian City of Bath;
  • York Minster & historic Yorkshire;
  • Chester Zoo;
  • Cotswolds & Lake District;
  • Hadrian's Wall;
  • Edinburgh;
  • Cardiff
  • Private Jets, Helicopters and Airliners
  • Finest Onboard Catering
  • Ground Transport and Yachts
  • Luxury Villa & House Rentals
  • Local Guide & 24/7 Assistance
  • Customized Global Services
GOOD TO KNOW
  • The State's Capital
    London
  • Time Zone
    UTC 0
  • Telephone Code
    44
  • Total Area
    243 610 Km2
  • Population
    68 138 484 (2023 est.)
  • Currency
    British pounds (GBP)
  • GDP Per Capita
    USD 45000
  • Airports
    460
  • Heliports
    9
TRAVEL INFORMATION

    Temperate; moderated by prevailing southwest winds over the North Atlantic Current; more than one-half of the days are overcast

    White 87.2%, Black/African/Caribbean/black British 3%, Asian/Asian British: Indian 2.3%, Asian/Asian British: Pakistani 1.9%, mixed 2%, other 3.7% (2011 est.)

    English, Scots, Welsh, Irish, Cornish

    It is considered rude to wave one's hand or to call when summoning a waiter at a restaurant.

    Fish and chips; roast beef with Yorkshire pudding

    High-income, diversified non-EU European economy; fifth-largest importer and exporter globally; after 2016 EU Brexit, increased quantitative easing avoided economic decline; 10% GDP contraction from COVID-19; global financial and diplomacy leader

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