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Switzerland — silhouette, capital and facts
Switzerland is in Europe and its capital is Bern. With about 8.7 million people and 41,285 km², it ranks 132nd in area and 99th in population among the 195 countries in GeoSilhueta.
Silhouette of Switzerland, scaled to the same size as every other country in the game.
Quick facts
- Capital
- Bern
- Continent
- Europe
- Population
- about 8.7 million
- Area
- 41,285 km²
- Language
- German, French, Italian and Romansh
- Currency
- Swiss franc
- Flag colors
- red, white
Borders
Switzerland shares a land border with 4 countries: France, Germany, Italy, Austria.
Fun facts about Switzerland
- Switzerland has four national languages: German, French, Italian and Romansh.
- Switzerland practices direct democracy: citizens vote in referendums several times a year.
- CERN, near Geneva, houses the world's largest particle accelerator.
Frequently asked questions
What is the capital of Switzerland?
The capital of Switzerland is Bern.
Which continent is Switzerland in?
Switzerland is in Europe.
Which countries border Switzerland?
Switzerland shares a land border with 4 countries: France, Germany, Italy, Austria.
How can I learn to recognize the silhouette of Switzerland?
In GeoSilhueta you see only a country's outline and guess which one it is. Switzerland is one of the 195 countries in the game, which is free and runs in your browser with no signup.
What are some fun facts about Switzerland?
Switzerland has four national languages: German, French, Italian and Romansh. Switzerland practices direct democracy: citizens vote in referendums several times a year. CERN, near Geneva, houses the world's largest particle accelerator.
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Countries with a similar silhouette
Going by an automatic comparison of shapes, these outlines are the closest to the outline of Switzerland. It is only an approximation.
- Bulgaria — Sofia, Europe
- Hungary — Budapest, Europe
- Central African Republic — Bangui, Africa
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