Country Facts:
Switzerland vs. Colombia

Country area

The surface area of Switzerland is 15 940 mi², while the surface area of Colombia is 440 831 mi². This means that the area of Colombia is 2666% larger.

Largest city

The largest city in Switzerland is Zürich, with a population of about 390 474 people. In contrast, the largest city in Colombia is Bogotá, where the population is 7 976 700.

Highest recorded temperature

In Switzerland, the highest temperature ever measured was 106.7°F and was recorded in Grono, Moesa District, while in Colombia the highest temperature was 108.1°F and was recorded in Puerto Salgar, Cundinamarca Department.

Population

The population of Switzerland is about 8 654 622, while Colombia is home to 50 882 891 people.

Average age

The average age is 42.7 years in Switzerland and 31.2 years in Colombia.

Literacy

Literacy is 99.0% in Switzerland and 95.6% in Colombia.

Religion

In Switzerland, the main religion is Christianity; in Colombia, the main religion is Christianity.

Foreign tourists in 2015

GDP per capita

Switzerland: 71 761 Int$. Colombia: 14 570 Int$.

Electricity

Electricity in Switzerland: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: C, J). Electricity in Colombia: frequency and voltage are 110V 60 Hz (plug type: A, B).

Best months to visit

The best months in terms of weather are: Switzerland - July, August; Colombia - January, February, December.

Visa requirements

UNESCO World Heritage Sites