THE UNITED KINGDOM

The United Kingdom is located off the northwest coast of Europe.

Map: The World Factbook (CIA)

United Kingdom facts

Official Name: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland.
Capital: London
Population: 62 million (aprox.)
Area: 243,610 sq km
Currency: British Pound (£)
Religion: Christianity
Literacy: 99%
Languages: English.

Major Cities: London (capital), Birmingham, Glasgow, Liverpool, Shefield.
Climate: temperate maritime.

WHAT´S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THE UNITED KINGDOM AND GREAT BRITAIN?