About the Region The United Kingdom has also demanded that in England or Great Britain is the land, once almost the entire world a century ago. The fame may have been lost, but people are still proud of their land and assets. It has a long way from a colonial empire in an EU member. The country consists mainly of England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. The country is full of picturesque villages and energy. Also in the region, there are nearly two million heritage points. The capital of the United Kingdom is London. A city, after the comparison, which is itself a symbol of the diversity of people of different races, faiths and of all strata of society as a mixed culture. It is also home to many architectural marvels and one of them is the bridge from London. While York and Durham said the era of the country, Liverpool and Newcastle modern industrial society miracle. Not to forget the beautiful Lake District and Edinburgh are used by people from around the world.
Population & Languages
The population is about 61 million inhabitants and the official language is English. Other regional languages are Welsh, Gaelic, Ireland, and so on
Stream
Voltage 230-240 V and a frequency of 50 Hz, the connector is used, a rectangular blade.
Location
It is located in Western Europe and covers the northern islands, including one sixth the size of Ireland. The 22 miles from the border with France and through a tunnel under water. The floor is slippery especially the plains and low mountains.
Weather
The climate is temperate, but with heavy rain falls in the middle. The lowest temperature never drops below -15 ° C (5 ° F) and in summer the average duration of up to 34 ° C (93.2 ° F). He also gets snow in winter and early spring.
Local Practice Handshake is customary when meeting someone for the first time During his visit to the house a small gift of flowers or chocolate as usual. Wait until all the world is before a meal is also a seal. Tipping is usually 10-15% in hotels, restaurants and taxis. The Non-Smokers and are clearly designated, and therefore must be supported.
Attractions London - Buckingham Palace, Hampton Court Palace, Kensington Palace, Whitehall Palace and the Tower of London Scotland - The Bannockburn Heritage Center and Ben Bergen Lawyers
Wales - Aberdulais Falls, King Arthur's Labyrinth, Dolaucothi Gold Mines, Great Orme Mines, Portmeirion Village, Rhossili Visitor Center, Center for activities in the valley of the Taff and TechinQuest
Air - The national airline is British Airways, which almost all of the great world. Almost all airlines are in London, United Kingdom Center is responsible for all international flights between east to the west and from west to east. Heathrow and Gatwick are the international airports of London.
At sea - The United Kingdom is surrounded by water in the bulk has numerous ports. There are numerous ferry services between Europe and the United Kingdom.
By train - train Ferries to Dover, Folkestone, Newhaven, Portsmouth and Weymouth, sailing in Belgium, France, Germany and Spain (required, at the Victoria Station in London) and Harwich, sailing for Germany, the Netherlands and Scandinavia (see Liverpool Street needs). Eurostar from London to Paris and Brussels through the tunnel under the English Channel.
By car - Vehicles May in the United Kingdom through the tunnel under the English Channel. Cars and motorcycles, buses, minibuses, caravans, motorhomes and vehicles with more than 1.85 m (6.07ft) may also be in the tunnel under the English Channel. Bicycles are also available.
Duty Free Items :
- Up to 3200 cigarettes
- 400 cigarillos or 200 cigars
- 1 liter of the initiative more than 22% or 2 liters of wine and 32 liters of beer
- Parfums
- Gifts ₤ 145
Prohibited items :
Drugs, weapons, ammunition, weapons, most meat and dairy products, eggs, plants, the endangered species, fireworks and alcoholic beverages with more than sixty percent d alcohol.
