Where is Wigan?
Wigan is a city in England, United Kingdom. Its population is about 175,405 inhabitants. It is located near Birmingham (128 km) and Manchester (27 km).
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Wigan located?
Wigan is a city in England, United Kingdom, located at 53.5430°N, 2.6371°W.
Which country is Wigan in?
Wigan is in United Kingdom.
What is the population of Wigan?
The population of Wigan is approximately 175,405 inhabitants.
What region is Wigan in?
Wigan is located in the England region of United Kingdom.
How far is Wigan from London?
Wigan is approximately 283 km from London, the capital of United Kingdom.
What time zone is Wigan in?
Wigan is in the Europe/London time zone.
What are the coordinates of Wigan?
The geographic coordinates of Wigan are 53.5430°N, 2.6371°W.
What cities are near Wigan?
Cities near Wigan include: Birmingham, Manchester, Sheffield, Leeds.
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