Country Facts:
Switzerland vs. South Korea

Country area

The surface area of Switzerland is 15 940 mi², while the surface area of South Korea is 38 691 mi². This means that the area of South Korea is 143% larger.

Largest city

The largest city in Switzerland is Zürich, with a population of about 390 474 people. In contrast, the largest city in South Korea is Seoul, where the population is 10 117 900.

Highest recorded temperature

In Switzerland, the highest temperature ever measured was 106.7°F and was recorded in Grono, Moesa District, while in South Korea the highest temperature was 104°F and was recorded in Daegu.

Population

The population of Switzerland is about 8 654 622, while South Korea is home to 51 269 185 people.

Average age

The average age is 42.7 years in Switzerland and 43.2 years in South Korea.

Literacy

Literacy is 99.0% in Switzerland and 97.9% in South Korea.

Religion

In Switzerland, the main religion is Christianity; in South Korea, the main religion is Christianity.

Foreign tourists in 2015

GDP per capita

Switzerland: 71 761 Int$. South Korea: 43 319 Int$.

Electricity

Electricity in Switzerland: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: C, J). Electricity in South Korea: frequency and voltage are 220V 60 Hz (plug type: C, F).

Best months to visit

The best months in terms of weather are: Switzerland - July, August; South Korea - June, September.

Visa requirements

UNESCO World Heritage Sites