Country Facts:
Switzerland vs. Saint Kitts and Nevis

Country area

The surface area of Switzerland is 15 940 mi², while the surface area of Saint Kitts and Nevis is 101 mi². This means that the area of Switzerland is 15682% larger.

Largest city

The largest city in Switzerland is Zürich, with a population of about 390 474 people. In contrast, the largest city in Saint Kitts and Nevis is Basseterre, where the population is 15 500.

Highest recorded temperature

Population

The population of Switzerland is about 8 654 622, while Saint Kitts and Nevis is home to 53 199 people.

Average age

The average age is 42.7 years in Switzerland and 36.5 years in Saint Kitts and Nevis.

Literacy

Literacy is 99.0% in Switzerland and 97.8% in Saint Kitts and Nevis.

Religion

In Switzerland, the main religion is Christianity; in Saint Kitts and Nevis, the main religion is Christianity.

Foreign tourists in 2015

GDP per capita

Switzerland: 71 761 Int$. Saint Kitts and Nevis: 25 644 Int$.

Electricity

Electricity in Switzerland: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: C, J). Electricity in Saint Kitts and Nevis: frequency and voltage are 230V 60 Hz (plug type: D, G).

Best months to visit

The best months in terms of weather are: Switzerland - July, August; Saint Kitts and Nevis - January, February, March, April.

Visa requirements

UNESCO World Heritage Sites