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Country Facts:
Germany vs. Turkmenistan

Learn about the similarities and differences between Germany and Turkmenistan 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. Turkmenistan - comparison of geographical features.

Country area

The surface area of Germany is 137 882 mi², while the surface area of Turkmenistan is 188 456 mi². This means that the area of Turkmenistan is 36.68% larger.

Statistics: Countries of the World Compared by Area
137 882 mi²
188 456 mi²

Coastline length

Germany has a coastline of 1 484.5 mi, while Turkmenistan 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 Turkmenistan is Ashgabat, where the population is 1 031 990.

3 562 170 ppl
1 031 990 ppl

Highest peak

The highest peak in Germany is Zugspitze, its height is 9 718 ft. The highest peak in Turkmenistan is Aýrybaba, which rises to a height of 10 299 ft.

9 718 ft
Zugspitze
10 299 ft
Aýrybaba

Highest recorded temperature

104.4°F
Gärmersdorf bei Amberg / Karlsruhe / March / Freiburg
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Lowest recorded temperature

-50.6°F
Funtensee, Berchtesgadener Land, Bavaria
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Society

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

Population

The population of Germany is about 83 783 942, while Turkmenistan is home to 6 031 200 people.

Statistics: World Population by Country
83 783 942 ppl
6 031 200 ppl

Life expectancy

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

81.3 years
71.5 years

Average age

The average age is 47.8 years in Germany and 29.2 years in Turkmenistan.

47.8 years
29.2 years

Birthrate

The birth rate is -0.21% in Germany and 1.02% in Turkmenistan.

-0.21%
1.02%

Literacy

Literacy is 99.0% in Germany and 99.7% in Turkmenistan.

99.0%
99.7%

Language

In Germany, the main language is German, and in Turkmenistan the primary language is Turkmen.

german
turkmen

Religion

In Germany, the main religion is Christianity; in Turkmenistan, the main religion is Islam.

christianity
islam

Tourism

Foreign tourists in 2015

34 970 000 ppl
Ranking: 41/179
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Economy

GDP per capita

Germany: 54 264 Int$. Turkmenistan: 15 207 Int$.

54 264 Int$
Ranking: 45/194
15 207 Int$
Ranking: 172/194

Currency

Germany: Euro (EUR). Turkmenistan: Turkmenistan New Manat (TMT).

Tools: Currency Calculator
EUR
Euro
TMT
Turkmenistan New Manat

Practical information

Electricity

Electricity in Germany: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: C, F). Electricity in Turkmenistan: frequency and voltage are 220V 50 Hz (plug type: C, F).

230V 50 Hz
Plug type: C, F
220V 50 Hz
Plug type: C, F

Driving side

Germany has right-hand traffic, Turkmenistan has right-hand traffic.

right-hand traffic
right-hand traffic

Useful when traveling

USDTMTEUR

Best months to visit

The best months in terms of weather are: Germany - May, June, July, August; Turkmenistan - April, May, June.

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 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 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
T130 USD - 167 USD
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