Eastern Switzerland

In this article, we will explore the fascinating world of Eastern Switzerland, analyzing its impact on society and its relevance today. From its origins to its evolution today, Eastern Switzerland has been the subject of study and debate in different areas, generating growing interest from academics, professionals and enthusiasts. Through a deep and detailed look, we will examine the various aspects related to Eastern Switzerland, its influence on popular culture, its role in technological development and its importance in the global panorama. Likewise, we will address the different perspectives and opinions around Eastern Switzerland, with the aim of offering a comprehensive and complete vision of this exciting topic.
Eastern Switzerland
Ostschweiz (in German)
Suisse orientale (in French)
Svizra orientala (in Romansh)
Svizzera orientale (in Italian)
Region
Country Switzerland
Area
 • Total11,521.0 km2 (4,448.3 sq mi)
Population
 (2007)
 • Total1,069,600
 • Density93/km2 (240/sq mi)
NUTS codeCH05
HDI (2018)0.923
very high · 7th

Eastern Switzerland (German: Ostschweiz, French: Suisse orientale, Romansh: Svizra orientala, Italian: Svizzera orientale) is the common name of the region situated to the east of Glarus Alps, with the cantons of Schaffhausen, Thurgau, St. Gallen, Appenzell Ausserrhoden, Appenzell Innerrhoden, and Glarus. The north of canton of Graubünden (with the city of Chur) is usually considered to be part of Eastern Switzerland as well.[citation needed]

Eastern Switzerland is also defined as one of the NUTS-2 regions of Switzerland. In this case, it includes the cantons of Appenzell Ausserrhoden, Appenzell Innerrhoden, Glarus, Graubünden, Schaffhausen, St. Gallen, and Thurgau.[citation needed]

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Notes and references

  1. ^ "Total area and land area, by NUTS 2 regions - km2".
  2. ^ "Total average population, by NUTS 2 regions - (1 000 inhabitants)".
  3. ^ "Sub-national HDI - Area Database - Global Data Lab". hdi.globaldatalab.org. Retrieved 2018-09-13.


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