Country Facts:
France vs. Belarus
Learn about the similarities and differences between France and Belarus by reviewing data on key indicators such as population, economy, energy, religion, language and many other relevant factors.
Table of contents
Geography
France vs. Belarus - comparison of geographical features.
Country area
The surface area of France is 210 026 mi², while the surface area of Belarus is 80 155 mi². This means that the area of France is 162% larger.
Statistics: Countries of the World Compared by AreaCoastline length
France has a coastline of 3 015.5 mi, while Belarus has a coastline of 0.0 mi.
Largest city
The largest city in France is Paris, with a population of about 2 241 350 people. In contrast, the largest city in Belarus is Minsk, where the population is 1 921 810.
Highest peak
The highest peak in France is Mont Blanc, its height is 15 781 ft. The highest peak in Belarus is Dzyarzhynskaya Hara, which rises to a height of 1 132 ft.
Highest recorded temperature
In France, the highest temperature ever measured was 111.4°F and was recorded in Conqueyrac / Saint-Christol-les-Ales, while in Belarus the highest temperature was 102°F and was recorded in Gomel.
Lowest recorded temperature
In France, the lowest temperature ever measured was -41.8°F and was recorded in Mouthe, Doubs, while in Belarus, the lowest temperature was -44°F and was recorded in Slavnom, Vitsebsk Voblast.
Society
France vs. Belarus - comparison of aspects of social life.
Population
The population of France is about 65 273 511, while Belarus is home to 9 449 323 people.
Statistics: World Population by CountryLife expectancy
Life expectancy is 82.4 years in France and 74.0 years in Belarus.
Average age
The average age is 41.7 years in France and 40.9 years in Belarus.
Birthrate
The birth rate is 0.33% in France and -0.29% in Belarus.
Literacy
Literacy is 99.0% in France and 99.9% in Belarus.
Language
In France, the main language is French, and in Belarus the primary language is Belarusian, Russian.
Religion
In France, the main religion is Christianity; in Belarus, the main religion is Christianity.
Economy
GDP per capita
France: 46 712 Int$. Belarus: 20 232 Int$.
Practical information
Electricity
Electricity in France: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: C, E). Electricity in Belarus: frequency and voltage are 220V 50 Hz (plug type: C, F).
Driving side
France has right-hand traffic, Belarus has right-hand traffic.
Useful when traveling
Best months to visit
The best months in terms of weather are: France - June, July, August; Belarus - June, July, August.
Traveler's essential: Tourist Season Around the WorldVisa requirements
Expected daily budget for 1 person
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