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Country Facts:
Switzerland vs. Falkland Islands

Learn about the similarities and differences between Switzerland and Falkland Islands 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. Falkland Islands - comparison of geographical features.

Country area

The surface area of Switzerland is 15 940 mi², while the surface area of Falkland Islands is 4 700 mi². This means that the area of Switzerland is 239% larger.

Statistics: Countries of the World Compared by Area
15 940 mi²
4 700 mi²

Coastline length

Switzerland has a coastline of 0.0 mi, while Falkland Islands has a coastline of 800.3 mi.

0.0 mi
800.3 mi

Largest city

The largest city in Switzerland is Zürich, with a population of about 390 474 people. In contrast, the largest city in Falkland Islands is Stanley, where the population is 2 121.

390 474 ppl
2 121 ppl

Highest peak

The highest peak in Switzerland is Monte Rosa, its height is 15 203 ft. The highest peak in Falkland Islands is Mount Usborne on East Falkland, which rises to a height of 2 313 ft.

15 203 ft
Monte Rosa
2 313 ft
Mount Usborne on East Falkland

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. Falkland Islands - comparison of aspects of social life.

Population

The population of Switzerland is about 8 654 622, while Falkland Islands is home to 3 480 people.

Statistics: World Population by Country
8 654 622 ppl
3 480 ppl

Life expectancy

Life expectancy is 83.0 years in Switzerland and 77.9 years in Falkland Islands.

83.0 years
77.9 years

Average age

42.7 years
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Birthrate

The birth rate is 0.65% in Switzerland and 0.01% in Falkland Islands.

0.65%
0.01%

Literacy

99.0%
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Language

In Switzerland, the main language is German, French, Italian, and in Falkland Islands the primary language is English.

german, french, italian
english

Religion

In Switzerland, the main religion is Christianity; in Falkland Islands, the main religion is Christianity.

christianity
christianity

Tourism

Foreign tourists in 2015

9 305 000 ppl
Ranking: 32/174
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Economy

GDP per capita

71 761 Int$
Ranking: 6/194
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Currency

Switzerland: Swiss Franc (CHF). Falkland Islands: Falkland Islands Pound (FKP).

Tools: Currency Calculator
CHF
Swiss Franc
FKP
Falkland Islands Pound

Practical information

Electricity

Electricity in Switzerland: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: C, J). Electricity in Falkland Islands: frequency and voltage are 240V 50 Hz (plug type: G).

230V 50 Hz
Plug type: C, J
240V 50 Hz
Plug type: G

Driving side

Switzerland has right-hand traffic, Falkland Islands has left-hand traffic.

right-hand traffic
left-hand traffic

Useful when traveling

USDFKPEURCHF

Best months to visit

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

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 normal safety precautions
Level 1

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.
No data

Expected daily budget for 1 person

B - backpacker's budget 1
T - tourist's budget 3
B121 USD - 154 USD
T248 USD - 321 USD
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UNESCO

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

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