Switzerland
Central Europe, Switzerland
Switzerland
People from Switzerland are called:
Male/General:
Swiss
Pronunciation:
/swɪs/
Etymology & Origin
From the German 'Schweiz', derived from 'Schwyz', one of the founding cantons of the Swiss Confederation.
About Switzerland
- Capital city: Bern.
- Not an EU member but closely integrated with EU through bilateral agreements.
- Known for neutrality, banking, watches, and Alpine landscapes.
- Federal state with direct democracy and four official languages.
Nearby Places
Other places in the region and their demonyms
Quick Facts
- Population:
- 8,921,981 (2024 est.)
- Country:
- Switzerland
- Region:
- Central Europe