United Kingdom

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Four nations combined. The United Kingdom brings together four countries: England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Each one has its own capital city, national identity, and traditions, all working together as one country.

Surrounded by water. The UK is an island nation surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean, the North Sea, the English Channel, the Celtic Sea, and the Irish Sea. This water protection helped shape its unique history and culture.

London is the hub. London, the capital of England and the entire UK, is also the largest city in the country. It's home to the government, famous landmarks like Big Ben, and millions of people from all over the world.

Neighbors with Ireland. The United Kingdom shares a land border with the Republic of Ireland, making it the only part of the UK that touches another country directly. Beyond that, it controls many smaller islands and overseas territories around the world.

Over 94,000 square miles. The UK covers an area of 94,354 square miles, which includes the island of Great Britain, the northeastern part of Ireland, and hundreds of smaller islands scattered throughout the surrounding seas.