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Country Facts:
Switzerland vs. Maldives

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

Country area

The surface area of Switzerland is 15 940 mi², while the surface area of Maldives is 116 mi². This means that the area of Switzerland is 13641% larger.

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

Coastline length

Switzerland has a coastline of 0.0 mi, while Maldives has a coastline of 400.2 mi.

0.0 mi
400.2 mi

Largest city

The largest city in Switzerland is Zürich, with a population of about 390 474 people. In contrast, the largest city in Maldives is Malé, where the population is 153 379.

390 474 ppl
153 379 ppl

Highest peak

The highest peak in Switzerland is Monte Rosa, its height is 15 203 ft. The highest peak in Maldives is unnamed location on Villingi, which rises to a height of 16 ft.

15 203 ft
Monte Rosa
16 ft
unnamed location on Villingi

Highest recorded temperature

In Switzerland, the highest temperature ever measured was 106.7°F and was recorded in Grono, Moesa District, while in Maldives the highest temperature was 94.8°F and was recorded in Hanimaadhoo.

106.7°F
Grono, Moesa District
94.8°F
Hanimaadhoo

Lowest recorded temperature

In Switzerland, the lowest temperature ever measured was -43.2°F and was recorded in La Brévine, while in Maldives, the lowest temperature was 63°F and was recorded in Hulhulé Island.

-43.2°F
La Brévine
63°F
Hulhulé Island

Society

Switzerland vs. Maldives - comparison of aspects of social life.

Population

The population of Switzerland is about 8 654 622, while Maldives is home to 540 544 people.

Statistics: World Population by Country
8 654 622 ppl
540 544 ppl

Life expectancy

Life expectancy is 83.0 years in Switzerland and 76.7 years in Maldives.

83.0 years
76.7 years

Average age

The average age is 42.7 years in Switzerland and 29.5 years in Maldives.

42.7 years
29.5 years

Birthrate

The birth rate is 0.65% in Switzerland and -0.12% in Maldives.

0.65%
-0.12%

Literacy

Literacy is 99.0% in Switzerland and 97.7% in Maldives.

99.0%
97.7%

Language

In Switzerland, the main language is German, French, Italian, and in Maldives the primary language is Dhivehi.

german, french, italian
dhivehi

Religion

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

christianity
islam

Tourism

Foreign tourists in 2015

9 305 000 ppl
Ranking: 32/174
1 234 000 ppl
Ranking: 95/174

Economy

GDP per capita

Switzerland: 71 761 Int$. Maldives: 13 438 Int$.

71 761 Int$
Ranking: 6/194
13 438 Int$
Ranking: 94/194

Currency

Switzerland: Swiss Franc (CHF). Maldives: Rufiyaa (MVR).

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CHF
Swiss Franc
MVR
Rufiyaa

Practical information

Electricity

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

230V 50 Hz
Plug type: C, J
230V 50 Hz
Plug type: C, D, G, J, K, L

Driving side

Switzerland has right-hand traffic, Maldives has left-hand traffic.

right-hand traffic
left-hand traffic

Useful when traveling

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Best months to visit

The best months in terms of weather are: Switzerland - July, August; Maldives - January, February, March, 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 a high degree of caution
Level 2

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.
Visa on arrival
A visa is required, but it is possible to obtain it at selected border crossing points (visa on arrival).

Expected daily budget for 1 person

B - backpacker's budget 1
T - tourist's budget 3
B121 USD - 154 USD
T247 USD - 320 USD
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