West Midlands, Administrative region in central England.
The West Midlands encompasses six counties with Birmingham as its capital, extending over 13,000 square kilometers of urban and rural landscapes.
During the Industrial Revolution, the region transformed from agricultural land into manufacturing centers specializing in coal mining and metal production.
Museums across Birmingham, Coventry, and Wolverhampton display collections of industrial heritage, medieval artifacts, and contemporary British art.
The region maintains direct rail connections to London, Manchester, and Edinburgh, with Birmingham International Airport serving European destinations.
The area contains the largest metropolitan zone outside London, with Birmingham hosting the largest public library in Europe.
Location: England
Capital city: Birmingham
Shares border with: South West England, South East England, East Midlands, North West England
Website: http://wmra.gov.uk
GPS coordinates: 52.47000,-2.29000
Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:05
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