Country Facts:
South Africa vs. Switzerland

Country area

The surface area of South Africa is 471 445 mi², while the surface area of Switzerland is 15 940 mi². This means that the area of South Africa is 2858% larger.

Largest city

The largest city in South Africa is Johannesburg, with a population of about 4 434 830 people. In contrast, the largest city in Switzerland is Zürich, where the population is 390 474.

Highest recorded temperature

In South Africa, the highest temperature ever measured was 122°F and was recorded in Dunbrody, Eastern Cape, while in Switzerland the highest temperature was 106.7°F and was recorded in Grono, Moesa District.

Population

The population of South Africa is about 59 308 690, while Switzerland is home to 8 654 622 people.

Average age

The average age is 28 years in South Africa and 42.7 years in Switzerland.

Literacy

Literacy is 95.0% in South Africa and 99.0% in Switzerland.

Religion

In South Africa, the main religion is Christianity; in Switzerland, the main religion is Christianity.

Foreign tourists in 2015

GDP per capita

South Africa: 13 356 Int$. Switzerland: 71 761 Int$.

Electricity

Electricity in South Africa: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: C, D, M, N). Electricity in Switzerland: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: C, J).

Best months to visit

The best months in terms of weather are: South Africa - January, February, December; Switzerland - July, August.

Visa requirements

UNESCO World Heritage Sites