The UK is made up of the island countries, England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales. The Union Jack is arguably one of the most famous flags and few countries in the world don’t have at least one pub flying the red, white and blue or a Mini Cooper driving about decorated with the design. Long live the Queen or Austin Powers, whichever you prefer.By car, it is possible to get to and from continental Europe via the Channel Tunnel. The British did their fair share of conquering and colonising leaving a legacy of English speaking populations the world over. Immigration to Britain has resulted in a melting pot of ethnic groups as can be tasted in restaurants offering cuisine from all corners of the globe. From Pakistani to Chinese, Black and Asian or just ‘Other’, the UK unites more than just Britons.There is ironically no official language for the UK but English is commonly accepted as such. Irish, Gaelic, Scots, Welsh are some of the languages spoken under the UK umbrella. The currency is, naturally, the Pound Sterling.Here, you can visit the Queen, go to Oxford University, be one of millions who have passed through Heathrow Airport, watch a game of ‘footy’ or perhaps enjoy a day of cricket. Make sure you take in a match at Wimbledon or play a round of golf.Some of the finest art museums, galleries and music festivals are to be found somewhere on UK soil.
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