England
Country
Capital
London
Official Language
English
Currency
Pound Sterling (£)
Population
56.4 million (2021)
Formation
927 AD
National Sport
Cricket
Country List
About
England is the part of the United Kingdom that lies next to Wales and Scotland on land. It consists of about 100 islands, such as the Isles of Scilly and the Isle of Wight. This nation gave the world the English language, its legal system, football, and the English branch of Christianity.
It is known for spectacular UNESCO World Heritage Sites such as Stonehenge. The British royal family lives here and attracts the attention of people from all over the world. This region has 56.3 million people, making it the biggest part of Britain.
Features
It’s home to the two oldest universities, Oxford and Cambridge. The country is known for its famous dish, fish and chips. Folks in this land are huge sports fans, loving cricket, tennis, soccer, golf, and rugby. They also enjoy afternoon tea, served with scones, jam, and clotted cream.