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Country Facts:
Switzerland vs. Azerbaijan

Learn about the similarities and differences between Switzerland and Azerbaijan by reviewing data on key indicators such as population, economy, energy, religion, language and many other relevant factors.

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Geography

Switzerland vs. Azerbaijan - comparison of geographical features.

Country area

The surface area of Switzerland is 15 940 mi², while the surface area of Azerbaijan is 33 436 mi². This means that the area of Azerbaijan is 110% larger.

Statistics: Countries of the World Compared by Area
15 940 mi²
33 436 mi²

Coastline length

Switzerland has a coastline of 0.0 mi, while Azerbaijan has a coastline of 0.0 mi.

0.0 mi
0.0 mi

Largest city

The largest city in Switzerland is Zürich, with a population of about 390 474 people. In contrast, the largest city in Azerbaijan is Baku, where the population is 2 181 800.

390 474 ppl
2 181 800 ppl

Highest peak

The highest peak in Switzerland is Monte Rosa, its height is 15 203 ft. The highest peak in Azerbaijan is Bazarduzu Dagi, which rises to a height of 14 652 ft.

15 203 ft
Monte Rosa
14 652 ft
Bazarduzu Dagi

Highest recorded temperature

106.7°F
Grono, Moesa District
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Lowest recorded temperature

-43.2°F
La Brévine
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Society

Switzerland vs. Azerbaijan - comparison of aspects of social life.

Population

The population of Switzerland is about 8 654 622, while Azerbaijan is home to 10 139 177 people.

Statistics: World Population by Country
8 654 622 ppl
10 139 177 ppl

Life expectancy

Life expectancy is 83.0 years in Switzerland and 73.9 years in Azerbaijan.

83.0 years
73.9 years

Average age

The average age is 42.7 years in Switzerland and 32.6 years in Azerbaijan.

42.7 years
32.6 years

Birthrate

The birth rate is 0.65% in Switzerland and 0.71% in Azerbaijan.

0.65%
0.71%

Literacy

Literacy is 99.0% in Switzerland and 99.8% in Azerbaijan.

99.0%
99.8%

Language

In Switzerland, the main language is German, French, Italian, and in Azerbaijan the primary language is Azerbaijani.

german, french, italian
azerbaijani

Religion

In Switzerland, the main religion is Christianity; in Azerbaijan, the main religion is Islam.

christianity
islam

Tourism

Foreign tourists in 2015

9 305 000 ppl
Ranking: 31/179
1 922 000 ppl
Ranking: 10/179

Economy

GDP per capita

Switzerland: 71 761 Int$. Azerbaijan: 14 474 Int$.

71 761 Int$
Ranking: 34/194
14 474 Int$
Ranking: 11/194

Currency

Switzerland: Swiss Franc (CHF). Azerbaijan: Azerbaijanian Manat (AZN).

Tools: Currency Calculator
CHF
Swiss Franc
AZN
Azerbaijanian Manat

Practical information

Electricity

Electricity in Switzerland: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: C, J). Electricity in Azerbaijan: frequency and voltage are 220V 50 Hz (plug type: C, F).

230V 50 Hz
Plug type: C, J
220V 50 Hz
Plug type: C, F

Driving side

Switzerland has right-hand traffic, Azerbaijan has right-hand traffic.

right-hand traffic
right-hand traffic

Useful when traveling

USDEURCHFAZN

Best months to visit

The best months in terms of weather are: Switzerland - July, August; Azerbaijan - May, June, September.

Traveler's essential: Tourist Season Around the World

Safety level

Scale from 1 (safe) to 4 (unsafe)
Traveler's essential: Travel Safety Map
Exercise normal safety precautions
Level 1
Exercise a high degree of caution
Level 2

Visa requirements

For citizens of United States (Settings → Your Country)
Traveler's essential: With or Without a Visa?
Visa not required
A visa is not required.
Visa on arrival
A visa is required, but it is possible to obtain it at selected border crossing points (visa on arrival).

Expected daily budget for 1 person

B - backpacker's budget 1
T - tourist's budget 3
B118 USD - 150 USD
T247 USD - 320 USD
B27 USD - 35 USD
T63 USD - 80 USD

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