UNITED KINGDOM
Western Europe
Capitals: England – London; Scotland – Edinburgh; Wales – Cardiff; Northern Ireland – Belfast
Languages: English
Predominant Religion(s): Christianity (Church of England, Roman Catholic) – most other religions are represented
COMMON CHARACTERISTICS:
- British people often describe themselves as reserved, but in fact they are quite funny and have a witty sense of humor!
- The UK is a very multi-cultural society and subsequently Brits are open minded to all beliefs and traditions.
- It’s true that people from the UK love talking about the weather, preferably whilst drinking tea!
FUN FACTS:
- In the UK, if you reach your 100th birthday, you get a personalized card from Her Majesty the Queen!
- The estimated population of the UK is over 64 million; 84% of this population live in England.
- The UK is slightly smaller than the U.S. State of Oregon. It is just under half the size of France and 30 times smaller than Australia.
Photo by: Sophia Baik {flickr}