The United Kingdom: A Nation of History and Diversity The UK is a sovereign country comprising England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Its iconic Union Jack flag combines elements from the flags of England, Scotland, and Ireland but excludes Wales. With a population exceeding 64 million as of 2013 across its regions and landmarks like Stonehenge to Buckingham Palace marking millennia-old history, it attracts millions annually for tourism. The nation boasts over 700 castles alongside countless places of worship.
Governance in the UK: From Monarchy to Democracy While Queen Elizabeth II serves ceremonial roles as head of state under constitutional monarchy rules since Alfred the Great's lineage began centuries ago; governance lies with elected officials through parliamentary democracy where elections occur every five years determining Prime Ministers supported by cabinets & MPs alike—Margaret Thatcher being notable among them serving longest tenure post-150-year gap till Brexit referendum reshaped EU ties recently.
'Tea Time' Culture Meets Culinary Quirks Across Britain’s Palate Spectrum! 'Chicken Tikka Masala,' invented locally yet unknown back home India itself became national dish reflecting multicultural influences shaping British cuisine beyond traditional fish-n-chips origins dating Joseph Malin era (1860). Daily tea consumption surpasses Americans twentyfold averaging around165M cups/day while haggis remains banned US-import due sheep-lung restrictions despite Scots relishing delicacy otherwise globally misunderstood culinary delight!