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Great Britain (officially - the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland) is a state in the northwestern part of Europe, located on the British Isles in the Atlantic Ocean. Historically, the UK has four regions (countries): England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.
The capital, the city of London, one of the largest cities in Europe and the most important world financial and economic center.

Interesting facts about the UK.
The anthem of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland begins with the words: God save the Queen! (God Save the Queen) if the king rules, then God sing, save the king!
There is no written constitution in Great Britain.
The British remain faithful to traditions, for example, the famous red telephone boxes that first appeared on the streets of London for 70 years back.
The solemn coronations of the English monarchs take place in Westminster Abbey.
Built at the end of the XIX century. The Tower Bridge is the only drawbridge across the Thames.
The act of the English Parliament on the mandatory use of English in state courts was written in French.
English King Henry VIII instead of making silver shillings began to mint them from copper, then covering them with silver. Silver quickly worn away, especially on the most prominent parts, which included the king’s nose. Because of this, the king was nicknamed the old copper nose.
Formally, Queen Elizabeth II of England still owns sturgeons, whales and dolphins in the coastal waters of Great Britain. A law passed in 1324 under King Edward II states: “The king also owns ... whales and sturgeons caught in the sea and other places within the kingdom.”
In ancient England, special ceramic beer pubs were served in regular pubs mugs whose pens were ... whistles. After drinking beer, the visitor had the opportunity, without tearing his throat (in English pubs, it was always noisy from talking), quickly ask for a beer supplement by whistling in the handle of the mug. The bartender was in a hurry with a new portion of beer.
A curious incident happened in England. Oxford University student Tom Bowder during the exam demanded, referring to the old tradition, a mug of beer. Since traditions are honored in England, he received a glass of beer, but was immediately fined for violating another old rule, according to which students must appear for the exam with swords.