Country Facts:
Switzerland vs. Kuwait

Country area

The surface area of Switzerland is 15 940 mi², while the surface area of Kuwait is 6 880 mi². This means that the area of Switzerland is 132% larger.

Largest city

The largest city in Switzerland is Zürich, with a population of about 390 474 people. In contrast, the largest city in Kuwait is Kuwait, where the population is 637 411.

Highest recorded temperature

In Switzerland, the highest temperature ever measured was 106.7°F and was recorded in Grono, Moesa District, while in Kuwait the highest temperature was 128.5°F and was recorded in Sulaibya.

Population

The population of Switzerland is about 8 654 622, while Kuwait is home to 4 270 571 people.

Average age

The average age is 42.7 years in Switzerland and 29.7 years in Kuwait.

Literacy

Literacy is 99.0% in Switzerland and 96.5% in Kuwait.

Religion

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

Foreign tourists in 2015

GDP per capita

Switzerland: 71 761 Int$. Kuwait: 47 289 Int$.

Electricity

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

Best months to visit

The best months in terms of weather are: Switzerland - July, August; Kuwait - January, February, March, November, December.

Visa requirements

UNESCO World Heritage Sites