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Country Facts:
Germany vs. Bhutan

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

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Geography

Germany vs. Bhutan - comparison of geographical features.

Country area

The surface area of Germany is 137 882 mi², while the surface area of Bhutan is 14 824 mi². This means that the area of Germany is 830% larger.

Statistics: Countries of the World Compared by Area
137 882 mi²
14 824 mi²

Coastline length

Germany has a coastline of 1 484.5 mi, while Bhutan has a coastline of 0.0 mi.

1 484.5 mi
0.0 mi

Largest city

The largest city in Germany is Berlin, with a population of about 3 562 170 people. In contrast, the largest city in Bhutan is Thimphu, where the population is 99 021.

3 562 170 ppl
99 021 ppl

Highest peak

The highest peak in Germany is Zugspitze, its height is 9 718 ft. The highest peak in Bhutan is Gangkhar Puensum, which rises to a height of 24 836 ft.

9 718 ft
Zugspitze
24 836 ft
Gangkhar Puensum

Highest recorded temperature

In Germany, the highest temperature ever measured was 104.4°F and was recorded in Gärmersdorf bei Amberg / Karlsruhe / March / Freiburg, while in Bhutan the highest temperature was 104°F and was recorded in Phuentsholing.

104.4°F
Gärmersdorf bei Amberg / Karlsruhe / March / Freiburg
104°F
Phuentsholing

Lowest recorded temperature

-50.6°F
Funtensee, Berchtesgadener Land, Bavaria
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Society

Germany vs. Bhutan - comparison of aspects of social life.

Population

The population of Germany is about 83 783 942, while Bhutan is home to 771 608 people.

Statistics: World Population by Country
83 783 942 ppl
771 608 ppl

Life expectancy

Life expectancy is 81.3 years in Germany and 71.5 years in Bhutan.

81.3 years
71.5 years

Average age

The average age is 47.8 years in Germany and 29.1 years in Bhutan.

47.8 years
29.1 years

Birthrate

The birth rate is -0.21% in Germany and 0.99% in Bhutan.

-0.21%
0.99%

Literacy

Literacy is 99.0% in Germany and 66.6% in Bhutan.

99.0%
66.6%

Language

In Germany, the main language is German, and in Bhutan the primary language is Dzongkha.

german
dzongkha

Religion

In Germany, the main religion is Christianity; in Bhutan, the main religion is Buddhism.

christianity
buddhism

Tourism

Foreign tourists in 2015

34 970 000 ppl
Ranking: 41/179
155 000 ppl
Ranking: 24/179

Economy

GDP per capita

Germany: 54 264 Int$. Bhutan: 11 126 Int$.

54 264 Int$
Ranking: 45/194
11 126 Int$
Ranking: 26/194

Currency

Germany: Euro (EUR). Bhutan: Indian Rupee (INR).

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EUR
Euro
INR
Indian Rupee

Practical information

Electricity

Electricity in Germany: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: C, F). Electricity in Bhutan: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: C, D, G).

230V 50 Hz
Plug type: C, F
230V 50 Hz
Plug type: C, D, G

Driving side

Germany has right-hand traffic, Bhutan has left-hand traffic.

right-hand traffic
left-hand traffic

Useful when traveling

USDEURINR

Best months to visit

The best months in terms of weather are: Germany - May, June, July, August; Bhutan - March, April, October, November.

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
Exercise normal safety precautions
Level 1

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 required
A visa is required, it must be obtained at the embassy or at the appropriate consular office.

Expected daily budget for 1 person

B - backpacker's budget 1
T - tourist's budget 3
B79 USD - 96 USD
T129 USD - 166 USD
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