г (g)The United Kingdom is situated on the British Isles. It consists of four parts: England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland. The capital of the country is London. The population is over 56 million people.
The surface of the country varies: the north is mountainous (the Highlands), while the south and east are plains (the Lowlands). The most important rivers are the Severn and the Thames. The climate is mild all year round because of the warm Gulf Stream.
Great Britain is a highly developed industrial country. It is famous for producing electronics, chemicals, aircraft, and ships.
The country has old traditions. The most famous educational centers are Oxford and Cambridge universities.
The UK is a monarchy. The Queen is the head of the state, but in practice, the country is ruled by the Prime Minister and the Parliament. The Parliament consists of two chambers: the House of Lords and the House of Commons. There are three main political parties: Labor, Conservative, and Liberal.