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Country Facts:
Colombia vs. Christmas Island

Learn about the similarities and differences between Colombia and Christmas Island by reviewing data on key indicators such as population, economy, energy, religion, language and many other relevant factors.

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Geography

Colombia vs. Christmas Island - comparison of geographical features.

Country area

The surface area of Colombia is 440 831 mi², while the surface area of Christmas Island is 52 mi². This means that the area of Colombia is 847652% larger.

Statistics: Countries of the World Compared by Area
440 831 mi²
52 mi²

Coastline length

Colombia has a coastline of 1 993.4 mi, while Christmas Island has a coastline of 86.4 mi.

1 993.4 mi
86.4 mi

Largest city

The largest city in Colombia is Bogotá, with a population of about 7 976 700 people. In contrast, the largest city in Christmas Island is The Settlement, where the population is 2 072.

7 976 700 ppl

Highest peak

The highest peak in Colombia is Pico Simón Bolívar, its height is 18 701 ft. The highest peak in Christmas Island is Murray Hill, which rises to a height of 1 171 ft.

18 701 ft
Pico Simón Bolívar
1 171 ft
Murray Hill

Highest recorded temperature

108.1°F
Puerto Salgar, Cundinamarca Department
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Lowest recorded temperature

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Society

Colombia vs. Christmas Island - comparison of aspects of social life.

Population

The population of Colombia is about 50 882 891, while Christmas Island is home to 2 072 people.

Statistics: World Population by Country
50 882 891 ppl
2 072 ppl

Life expectancy

76.9 years
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Average age

31.2 years
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Birthrate

The birth rate is 1.04% in Colombia and 1.11% in Christmas Island.

1.04%
1.11%

Literacy

95.6%
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Language

In Colombia, the main language is Spanish, and in Christmas Island the primary language is English.

spanish
english

Religion

In Colombia, the main religion is Christianity; in Christmas Island, the main religion is Buddhism.

christianity
buddhism

Tourism

Foreign tourists in 2015

2 978 000 ppl
Ranking: 61/174
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Economy

GDP per capita

14 570 Int$
Ranking: 90/194
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Currency

Colombia: Colombian Peso (COP). Christmas Island: Australian Dollar (AUD).

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COP
Colombian Peso
AUD
Australian Dollar

Practical information

Electricity

Electricity in Colombia: frequency and voltage are 110V 60 Hz (plug type: A, B). Electricity in Christmas Island: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: I).

110V 60 Hz
Plug type: A, B
230V 50 Hz
Plug type: I

Driving side

Colombia has right-hand traffic, Christmas Island has left-hand traffic.

right-hand traffic
left-hand traffic

Useful when traveling

USDEURAUDCOP

Best months to visit

The best months in terms of weather are: Colombia - January, February, December; Christmas Island - July, August, September, October.

Traveler's essential: Tourist Season Around the World

Safety level

Scale from 1 (safe) to 4 (unsafe)
Traveler's essential: Travel Safety Map
Exercise a high degree of caution
Level 2
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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.
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Expected daily budget for 1 person

B - backpacker's budget 1
T - tourist's budget 3
B24 USD - 29 USD
T61 USD - 81 USD
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