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United Kingdom — silhouette, capital and facts
The United Kingdom is in Europe and its capital is London. With about 67 million people and 242,495 km², it ranks 78th in area and 22nd in population among the 195 countries in GeoSilhueta.
Silhouette of the United Kingdom, scaled to the same size as every other country in the game.
Quick facts
- Capital
- London
- Continent
- Europe
- Population
- about 67 million
- Area
- 242,495 km²
- Language
- English
- Currency
- Pound sterling
- Flag colors
- blue, white, red
Borders
The United Kingdom shares a land border with 1 country: Ireland.
Fun facts about the United Kingdom
- Big Ben is the name of the bell, not the tower, which is now called the Elizabeth Tower.
- The UK combines England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, each with its own national football team.
- The Greenwich Meridian, in London, has defined zero longitude since the late 19th century.
Frequently asked questions
What is the capital of the United Kingdom?
The capital of the United Kingdom is London.
Which continent is the United Kingdom in?
The United Kingdom is in Europe.
Which countries border the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom shares a land border with 1 country: Ireland.
How can I learn to recognize the silhouette of the United Kingdom?
In GeoSilhueta you see only a country's outline and guess which one it is. The United Kingdom is one of the 195 countries in the game, which is free and runs in your browser with no signup.
What are some fun facts about the United Kingdom?
Big Ben is the name of the bell, not the tower, which is now called the Elizabeth Tower. The UK combines England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, each with its own national football team. The Greenwich Meridian, in London, has defined zero longitude since the late 19th century.
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