Country Facts:
France vs. Sri Lanka
Learn about the similarities and differences between France and Sri Lanka by reviewing data on key indicators such as population, economy, energy, religion, language and many other relevant factors.
Table of contents
Geography
France vs. Sri Lanka - comparison of geographical features.
Country area
The surface area of France is 210 026 mi², while the surface area of Sri Lanka is 25 332 mi². This means that the area of France is 729% larger.
Statistics: Countries of the World Compared by AreaCoastline length
France has a coastline of 3 015.5 mi, while Sri Lanka has a coastline of 832.6 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 Sri Lanka is Colombo, where the population is 752 993.
Highest peak
The highest peak in France is Mont Blanc, its height is 15 781 ft. The highest peak in Sri Lanka is Pidurutalagala (Mount Pedro), which rises to a height of 8 281 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 Sri Lanka the highest temperature was 104.2°F and was recorded in Vavuniya.
Lowest recorded temperature
In France, the lowest temperature ever measured was -41.8°F and was recorded in Mouthe, Doubs, while in Sri Lanka, the lowest temperature was 27.1°F and was recorded in Nuwara Eliya.
Society
France vs. Sri Lanka - comparison of aspects of social life.
Population
The population of France is about 65 273 511, while Sri Lanka is home to 21 413 249 people.
Statistics: World Population by CountryLife expectancy
Life expectancy is 82.4 years in France and 77.8 years in Sri Lanka.
Average age
The average age is 41.7 years in France and 33.7 years in Sri Lanka.
Birthrate
The birth rate is 0.33% in France and 0.63% in Sri Lanka.
Literacy
Literacy is 99.0% in France and 92.3% in Sri Lanka.
Language
In France, the main language is French, and in Sri Lanka the primary language is Sinhala, Tamil.
Religion
In France, the main religion is Christianity; in Sri Lanka, the main religion is Buddhism.
Tourism
Foreign tourists in 2015
Economy
GDP per capita
France: 46 712 Int$. Sri Lanka: 13 220 Int$.
Practical information
Electricity
Electricity in France: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: C, E). Electricity in Sri Lanka: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: D, G).
Driving side
France has right-hand traffic, Sri Lanka has left-hand traffic.
Useful when traveling
Best months to visit
The best months in terms of weather are: France - June, July, August; Sri Lanka - January, February, March, December.
Traveler's essential: Tourist Season Around the WorldVisa requirements
Expected daily budget for 1 person
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