UK
Great Britain, the dominant industrial and maritime power of the 19th century, played a leading role in developing parliamentary democracy and in advancing literature and science. At its zenith, the British Empire stretched over one-fourth of the earth's surface. The first half of the 20th century saw the UK's strength seriously depleted in two Wor ......more... | Spain
Spain's powerful world empire of the 16th and 17th centuries ultimately yielded command of the seas to England. Subsequent failure to embrace the mercantile and industrial revolutions caused the country to fall behind Britain, France, and Germany in economic and political power.
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Birmingham
Welcome to Birmingham, England, a dynamic business and leisure city. Birmingham offers a world class cultural scene and a diverse mix of shopping, attractions and nightlife. ... ...more... | Murcia
The region of Murcia has the typical Mediterranean semi-arid subtropical climate: namely an average annual temperature of 18?C, with hot summers (registering absolute maximum temperatures of 40?C) and mild winters (an average temperature of 11?C in the winter months of December and January).Murcia has just over 170 km of coastline: coves and small ... ...more... |