This map shows the location of the United Kingdom on the world map. It shows the position of the UK in Europe, surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean, the North Sea and the English Channel. This map helps to understand where the UK is and where the countries around it are.
Fact | Details |
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Continent | Europe |
Capital | London |
Largest City | London |
Official Language | English |
Currency | British Pound (£) (GBP) |
Area | 243,610 km² (94,060 sq mi) |
Population | ~67 million (2024 estimate) |
Government | Parliamentary Constitutional Monarchy |
Time Zone | GMT (UTC+0) / BST (UTC+1 in summer) |
Calling Code | +44 |
Drives On | Left |
Major Landmarks | Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, Stonehenge |
Climate | Temperate Maritime |