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Facts about Colombia

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Facts about Colombia

Colombia is known for its significant natural resources, modern cities, and a diverse culture. The government has made great strides in recent years to secure peace with revolutionaries, minimize crime, and protect its strong democratic institutions and the country boasts at growing economy. Here are 11 interesting facts about Colombia.

  • Colombia is the second most bio diverse country in the world, after only Brazil which is 10 times its size, and one of only 17 “mega diverse” countries. It has the highest amount of species by area in the world, including more species of bird than all of Europe and North America combined.
  • The official name of Colombia is the Republic of Colombia and is derived from the last name of explorer Christopher Columbus.
  • Colombia is the only country in South America that has coastlines on both the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Sea.
  • The area covered by modern day Colombia was originally inhabited by the indigenous tribes Muisca, Quimbaya, and Tairona.
  • Colombia has a vibrant music scene. Two of the best known Colombian musicians are Shakira and Juanes.
  • The traditional national sport of Colombia is called Tejo, a team sport that involves launching objects at a target. The most popular sport in Colombia is football.
  • It is mandatory for radio and public television in Colombia to play the national anthem every day at 6 am and 6 pm.

 

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