Country Facts:
Switzerland vs. Iraq

Country area

The surface area of Switzerland is 15 940 mi², while the surface area of Iraq is 169 235 mi². This means that the area of Iraq is 962% larger.

Largest city

The largest city in Switzerland is Zürich, with a population of about 390 474 people. In contrast, the largest city in Iraq is Baghdad, where the population is 7 216 040.

Highest recorded temperature

In Switzerland, the highest temperature ever measured was 106.7°F and was recorded in Grono, Moesa District, while in Iraq the highest temperature was 127.4°F and was recorded in Ali Air Base, Nasiriyah.

Population

The population of Switzerland is about 8 654 622, while Iraq is home to 40 222 493 people.

Average age

The average age is 42.7 years in Switzerland and 21.2 years in Iraq.

Literacy

Literacy is 99.0% in Switzerland and 85.6% in Iraq.

Religion

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

Foreign tourists in 2015

GDP per capita

Switzerland: 71 761 Int$. Iraq: 9 503 Int$.

Electricity

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

Best months to visit

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

Visa requirements

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