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 The
United Kingdom is one of the oldest countries in the world, consisting
of England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. It is a democracy
run according to the parliamentary system, with Tony Blair as the
current Prime Minister, with a population of approximately 60 million
people. Dating back from the first Celtic immigrants around 800
BC to today, the country is filled with diversity and the richest
cultural heritage. England is a diverse destination with something
to suit everyone. Busy vibrant cities such as Newcastle, Leeds and
London, invigorating, lively seaside towns such as Blackpool and
Newquay, beautiful countryside and rural villages with their churches,
pubs and greens in places such as the Cotswolds and the Yorkshire
Dales. It also holds some of the world's finest museums and art
galleries.
 The
UK also has one of the world's best public transport systems. The
world-renowned red buses and black taxis can take you to your destination
with the greatest of ease. However, the train system is probably
the most convenient and cheapest of all, especially in large metropolises
such as London and Birmingham. It takes no longer that 5 hours to
get to any point in the country.
The
UK is also famous for it's weather. Though the rain and wet weather
may seem dull to some, in England the weather adds to the gorgeous
countryside and rolling hills. The summers however, are in a league
of their own. Summers usually run from may through august and winter
from November to February. It is advised that you purchase winter
wear in the UK itself, as it will be cheaper, better quality and
a lot less weight to carry overseas. You should set aside approximately
150 pounds (10000 rupees) to buy clothes and various amenities.
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