Switzerland is located in the heart of Europe

#Switzerland is located in the heart of Europe,  known for its cultural and linguistic diversity, strong economy, and breathtaking natural landscapes. Below is  a detailed overview of the country:
🌐 Geography
1. Location: Switzerland is  located in central Europe, bordered by Germany to the north, France to the west, Italy to the south, and Austria and Liechtenstein to the  east.
2. Area: Switzerland covers an area of  approximately 41,285 square  kilometers. 3. Terrain: It consists of three  major geographical regions: the Alps  (which cover about 60% of the  surface area), the Swiss Plateau, and the Jura  Mountains.
🌐 Nature
1. Landscapes: Switzerland is famous for its  imposing mountains, picturesque lakes, and flowing  rivers.
2. Fauna and flora: Switzerland is home to a rich biodiversity, including  many native plants and  animals.
🌐 Climate
The Swiss climate is diverse, ranging from a  moderate Mediterranean climate in the south to a humid oceanic climate in the north, with heavy snowfall in the  Alps.
🌐 Population
1. Population:  In 2024, the population of  Switzerland is approximately  8,860,574 inhabitants.
2. Population  density: approximately 213 people per square  kilometer.
3. Ethnic  composition: made up of various ethnic groups, including Germans, French, and  Italians.
🌐 Life  expectancy and  fertility rates
1. Life  expectancy: among the highest  in the world, with an average of 85.9 years for women and 82.3 years for  men. 2. Fertility  rate: about 1.4 children per  woman.
🌐 Language and  religion
1. Official  languages: German, French,  Italian and  Romansh.
2. Religion: A  predominantly Christian population, including Catholics and Protestants,  as well as other minority  religions.
🌐 Economy
1. GDP:  approximately $831,682 million (PPP) in  2023.
2. GDP  per capita: approximately $93,287 (PPP) in  2023. 3. Main sectors: Banking, watchmaking,  pharmacy and  tourism.
4. Currency: Swiss  franc (CHF).
🌐 Tourism
1. Annual  visitors: In 2023, Switzerland recorded  more than 40 million overnight stays. American tourists  are the  second largest group after Germans. The tourism sector contributes about 4.5%  of GDP, generating revenues of  about 43 billion  francs ($48 billion)  annually.
2. Top  destinations: Zurich, Geneva, Lucerne,  Interlaken and  the ski resorts  of the  Alps. 🌐 History
1.  Foundation: The Swiss Confederation was  created on August 1, 1291.
2. Neutrality: Switzerland is known for its permanent neutrality and  has not  participated in world wars.
3. UN  Member: Became a member  of the UN in  2002.
🌐 International  host organizations
Switzerland hosts  several international organizations, including the International Committee of the Red Cross and the United Nations headquarters in Geneva, reflecting its  central role in global  diplomacy.
In addition, the headquarters of FIFA  (Federation Internationale de Football Association)  are located in Zurich, Switzerland. FIFA was founded on May 21,  1904 in Paris, and its headquarters were later moved to  Zurich.
UEFA (Union of European Football Associations) is headquartered in Nyon, Switzerland. UEFA was founded on June 15,  1954 and its headquarters moved from Basel to Nyon in 1995.

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