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United Kingdom
Capital: LondonMeet United Kingdom
United Kingdom is in Europe, and its capital is London. Study the flag in its correct proportions, then connect its design with the country's location and outline.
Outline of United Kingdom
Capital and coordinates
- Capital
- London
- Region
- Europe
- Latitude
- 51.51° N
- Longitude
- 0.13° W
- Country code
- GB
- Collection
- 198 destinations
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Design and meaning
The Union Flag combines crosses associated with England, Scotland and Ireland. Its layered design is often called the Union Jack.
Look closely at the placement of the colours, symbols and flag elements. Describing these features aloud is a simple way to remember the design.
Geography
Explore the geographic features that help explain United Kingdom.
An island country of four nations
The United Kingdom is made up of England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Great Britain is the island containing England, Scotland and Wales; it is not another name for England alone. The UK lies off northwest Europe, surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean, North Sea, English Channel and Irish Sea.
[1] [2]Uplands north and west, lowlands southeast
Scotland, Wales and northwest England contain much of the upland terrain, while gentler lowlands spread across the southeast. Glacial valleys and lakes are common in the north and west. Farmland and large cities concentrate more readily on lower ground.
[1]A climate moderated by the ocean
Although much of the UK lies at high latitude, the Atlantic Ocean and prevailing westerly winds keep winters milder than latitude alone suggests. Western uplands receive more rain, while eastern areas are generally drier. Changeable weather reflects this strong maritime influence.
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Questions about United Kingdom
What is the capital of United Kingdom?
The capital of United Kingdom is London.
Where is United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is in Europe, at approximately 51.51° N, 0.13° W.
What does the flag of United Kingdom show?
The Union Flag combines crosses associated with England, Scotland and Ireland. Its layered design is often called the Union Jack.
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