ScotlandScotland is a major part of the U.K. It is mainly three distinct regions: Highlands, Central Belt, and Southern Uplands. English is the main language but Gaelic speakers are also among the population. Scotland became a main powerhouse when the industry thrived during the 19th century.
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WalesWales has a distinct culture even though being apart of the U.K. It's massively industrialized with multiple languages spoke throughout the land. Wales is divided from England do to the mountain range and rivers. Speaking Welsh is major in the national identity.
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Northern IrelandNorthern Ireland is most notably recognized for the Troubles. That's the time where the Catholic and Protestants had their war in Ireland. The British backed Northern Ireland and their Protestants. Due to this massive war, the country partitioned between the 26 counties forming Ireland and the remaining 6 becoming Northern Ireland staying a part of the U.K.
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EnglandEngland is incredibly important to the kingdom. They share a capital, London. England has had many different people settle among them. From the current residents all the way back to the Vikings. Religious troubles was a big thing that England had to deal with. England was a huge country for imperialism and a well known strong trader. They remained super strong even through the Hundred Years' War, the Revolutionary War, and the World Wars.
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United Kingdom Places to See
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