england is a country that is part of the united kingdom. it's inhabitants account for more than 83% of the total u.k. population, while its mainland territory occupies most of the southern two-thirds of the island of great britain. england is bordered by scotland to the north, wales to the west and the north sea, irish sea, celtic sea, bristol channel and english channel. the capital is london, the largest urban area in great britain, and the largest urban zone in the european union by many measures.
