Country Facts:
Switzerland vs. Bolivia
Learn about the similarities and differences between Switzerland and Bolivia by reviewing data on key indicators such as population, economy, energy, religion, language and many other relevant factors.
Table of contents
Geography
Switzerland vs. Bolivia - comparison of geographical features.
Country area
The surface area of Switzerland is 15 940 mi², while the surface area of Bolivia is 424 164 mi². This means that the area of Bolivia is 2561% larger.
Statistics: Countries of the World Compared by AreaCoastline length
Switzerland has a coastline of 0.0 mi, while Bolivia has a coastline of 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 Bolivia is Santa Cruz, where the population is 1 913 230.
Highest peak
The highest peak in Switzerland is Monte Rosa, its height is 15 203 ft. The highest peak in Bolivia is Nevado Sajama, which rises to a height of 21 463 ft.
Highest recorded temperature
In Switzerland, the highest temperature ever measured was 106.7°F and was recorded in Grono, Moesa District, while in Bolivia the highest temperature was 116.1°F and was recorded in Villamontes, Tarija Department.
Lowest recorded temperature
In Switzerland, the lowest temperature ever measured was -43.2°F and was recorded in La Brévine, while in Bolivia, the lowest temperature was -14.3°F and was recorded in Uyuni, Potosí Department.
Society
Switzerland vs. Bolivia - comparison of aspects of social life.
Population
The population of Switzerland is about 8 654 622, while Bolivia is home to 11 673 021 people.
Statistics: World Population by CountryLife expectancy
Life expectancy is 83.0 years in Switzerland and 70.7 years in Bolivia.
Average age
The average age is 42.7 years in Switzerland and 25.3 years in Bolivia.
Birthrate
The birth rate is 0.65% in Switzerland and 1.39% in Bolivia.
Literacy
Literacy is 99.0% in Switzerland and 92.5% in Bolivia.
Language
In Switzerland, the main language is German, French, Italian, and in Bolivia the primary language is Spanish, Quechua, Aymara.
Religion
In Switzerland, the main religion is Christianity; in Bolivia, the main religion is Christianity.
Tourism
Foreign tourists in 2015
Economy
GDP per capita
Switzerland: 71 761 Int$. Bolivia: 8 272 Int$.
Practical information
Electricity
Electricity in Switzerland: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: C, J). Electricity in Bolivia: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: A, C).
Driving side
Switzerland has right-hand traffic, Bolivia has right-hand traffic.
Useful when traveling
Best months to visit
The best months in terms of weather are: Switzerland - July, August; Bolivia - May, June, July, August, September.
Traveler's essential: Tourist Season Around the WorldVisa requirements
Expected daily budget for 1 person
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