Country Facts:
Canada vs. South Korea

Country area

The surface area of Canada is 3 855 103 mi², while the surface area of South Korea is 38 691 mi². This means that the area of Canada is 9864% larger.

Largest city

The largest city in Canada is Toronto, with a population of about 2 615 060 people. In contrast, the largest city in South Korea is Seoul, where the population is 10 117 900.

Highest recorded temperature

In Canada, the highest temperature ever measured was 113°F and was recorded in Yellow Grass, Saskatchewan, while in South Korea the highest temperature was 104°F and was recorded in Daegu.

Population

The population of Canada is about 37 742 154, while South Korea is home to 51 269 185 people.

Average age

The average age is 41.8 years in Canada and 43.2 years in South Korea.

Literacy

Literacy is 99.0% in Canada and 97.9% in South Korea.

Religion

In Canada, the main religion is Christianity; in South Korea, the main religion is Christianity.

Foreign tourists in 2015

GDP per capita

Canada: 48 091 Int$. South Korea: 43 319 Int$.

Electricity

Electricity in Canada: frequency and voltage are 120V 60 Hz (plug type: A, B). Electricity in South Korea: frequency and voltage are 220V 60 Hz (plug type: C, F).

Best months to visit

The best months in terms of weather are: Canada - June, July, August; South Korea - June, September.

Visa requirements

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