Country Facts:
Switzerland vs. Egypt

Country area

The surface area of Switzerland is 15 940 mi², while the surface area of Egypt is 387 048 mi². This means that the area of Egypt is 2328% larger.

Largest city

The largest city in Switzerland is Zürich, with a population of about 390 474 people. In contrast, the largest city in Egypt is Cairo, where the population is 10 230 400.

Highest recorded temperature

In Switzerland, the highest temperature ever measured was 106.7°F and was recorded in Grono, Moesa District, while in Egypt the highest temperature was 122.5°F and was recorded in Kharga.

Population

The population of Switzerland is about 8 654 622, while Egypt is home to 102 334 404 people.

Average age

The average age is 42.7 years in Switzerland and 24.1 years in Egypt.

Literacy

Literacy is 99.0% in Switzerland and 71.2% in Egypt.

Religion

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

Foreign tourists in 2015

GDP per capita

Switzerland: 71 761 Int$. Egypt: 12 602 Int$.

Electricity

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

Best months to visit

The best months in terms of weather are: Switzerland - July, August; Egypt - February, March, April, October, November.

Visa requirements

UNESCO World Heritage Sites