United Kingdom is commonly known as Great Britain. The United kingdom comprises of four countries: Wales, Scotland, England and Northern Ireland. The capital of these countries are Cardiff, Edinburgh, London and Belfast respectively. So what makes United Kingdom everyone’s dream place? You will definitely get the answer after reading these interesting facts about United Kingdom.

London has Oldest Transport System in the World

The transport system of London is one of the oldest and also the biggest in the world. Moreover, the agency which control the transport system of London is Transport for London. All public and private traffic is in control of this agency.

Private services account for 34 percent of journeys while the public services account for 36 percent of London’s journey. On the other hand walking and cycling account for 24 percent and 2 percent respectively.

Worlds Famous Monument Stonehenge

Well, we all know that Stonehenge is one of the most popular attractions in the united Kingdom. The monument is still a mystery. No one knows who put these stones together and why. But some archaeologist believe that ancient people used to struck them. As a result, the specific sounds produced contain healing powers.

Stonehenge are also known as Ringing Rocks. Furthermore, the people who built this wonder left no written record. Yes, located in England Stonehenge are older than the pyramids of Egypt.

Golf is the National Sport of Scotland

Because golf has its origin in Scotland so it is the national game of Scotland. In 1457, King James II banned golf. Golf is one of the expensive games in the world. Not only is the equipment costly but also the clubs. So golf is famously known as rich man’s sport.

National Animal of Scotland

It is really exciting to know that the national animal of Scotland is Unicorn.

Royal Weddings are True Joy

That’s right, Royal wedding means public holiday. The holiday is declared because the government wants to ensure that everyone has a proper chance to celebrate and enjoy the wedding.

Different Names for London

The French and Spanish colonies were familiar with the name Londres. While the Italians were familiar with Londra.  The native Hawaiians and Maori’s known it as Lākana. Besides all these names, the people of United Kingdom have their own names for the capital such as  Llundain, Loundres and Londain.

People Receive Telegram from the Queen

Yes, it’s true that people receive birthday cards from the Queen on their hundred birthday. Those who want to receive special cards from the Queen can apply for that. It is not a restriction that only 100 years old can apply for the greeting card. You can also apply for your 60th, 65th or 70th wedding anniversary. Make sure to apply three weeks before your birthday or anniversary.

Fourth-Largest Ferris Wheel is Present in London

Millennium Wheel or also known as London eye is the fourth-largest wheel in the World. It is a popular tourist destination attracting millions of visitors each year. The wheel was launched in year 2000. It takes 30 minutes for the wheel to complete one rotation.

History’s shortest war

In 1896, England fought the shortest war of the history. The war broke out between Zanzibar and England. The war ended only after 38 minutes. Zanzibar lost the war.

British Tea Addiction

Americans and British citizens are known for their tea addiction. According to a survey, British drink approximately 60 billion cups of tea per year. Even the word “tea” is a British invention. The trend of adding milk into the tea has made it a daily drink. Otherwise, tea was used as a medicine in the past.

Loch Ness Monster Scotland

The Loch Ness Monster also known as Nessie is one of Scotland’s unsolved mystery. Many people have claimed to sight the monster with long neck in UK’s largest lake Loch Ness. It is considered that the monster has long neck with two humps on its body. A research was performed in 2003, where it proved that Loch Ness monster is only a myth.

Largest Library in the World

The British library is the biggest library in the world by the number of items present in it. It contain approximately 170-200 million items.

Big Ben London

Great Bell is the official name of the Big Ben. Big Bell is present inside the Elizabeth tower. This tower was simply known as the clock tower. But after 2012 its name changed to Elizabeth Tower.The Great Bell is 159 years old.

River Thames

The longest river in England is River Thames. It is also the second longest river in United Kingdom. The river has dark and cloudy water.

Queen Doesn’t Need a Passport

The Queen has visited more than 100 countries on official duties without any passport. The reason is all British passports are issued on her name. How interesting!

Cultural Diversity in London

Going through the most Interesting facts about United Kingdom, one must be amazed to read that non-whites are dominating London. About 25 percent people doesn’t even born in England. Majority of Indians, Pakistanis, Bengali and Chinese are residing the capital.

Longbow Practice

It is really very strange to know that males over the age of 14 are to carry out longbow practice for two hours each day. This law dates back in the middle ages and still it is in practice.

One of the most interesting facts about United Kingdom is that the number of chickens is more than the number of human in Britain.

Oxford University UK

The oldest higher education institute in United Kingdom is Oxford University. Until 1877, the professors at the university had no permission to get married. But now this rule exists no longer.

Indian Restaurant are Common

As United Kingdom supports cultural diversity so it is no surprise to know that the number of Indian restaurants in U.K is more than in Mumbai and Delhi. 

Some More Interesting Facts about United Kingdom

• There are no Volcanoes in UK.
• 8 percent of British land is covered with national parks.
• The life expectancy in UK is quite good. An average person lives about 80 years.
• There is no written constitution in U.K.
• UK has 17th largest railway network in the world
• 27 percent people in UK are obese.