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Colombia

Colombia
Capital
Bogotá
Population
51.5M
Area
1,141,748 km²
Language
Spanish

Colombia is a country in South America, South America. Its capital is Bogotá, with a population of approximately 51.5M and a total area of 1,141,748 km². The official language is Spanish and the currency is the Peso (COP).

📊 Quick Facts about Colombia

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Population
51.5M
total residents
📐
Total Area
1,141,748 km²
land coverage
🏙️
Pop. Density
45/km²
people per km²
💰
GDP (nominal)
$343B
total output
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GDP per Capita
$6,650
per person
💱
Currency
Peso (COP)
legal tender
🗣️
Language(s)
Spanish
official
🌊
Coastline
3,208 km
total shore
🕐
Timezone
UTC−5
UTC offset
🎂
Independence
1810
established
🕐
Local Time in Bogotá

Colombia covers an area of 1,141,748 km² with a population density of 45/km² people per km². The country has a GDP of $343B ($6,650 per capita) and gained independence in 1810. It has a coastline of 3,208 km.

Did You Know?

Colombia produces 90% of the world's emeralds and is the only South American country with coastlines on both the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Sea.

💡 Interesting Facts about Colombia

  1. Colombia is the world's largest producer of emeralds.
  2. Colombia is the only country in South America with coastlines on both the Pacific and Atlantic.
  3. Colombia is the second most biodiverse country in the world.
  4. Gabriel García Márquez, author of One Hundred Years of Solitude, was Colombian.

✈️ Travel Information for Colombia

📅
Best Time to Visit
December–March, July–August
Tropical, varies by altitude
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Cost of Travel
💛 Affordable
Budget–Mid — compared to global average
🍽️
Meal Cost
$3–8
average restaurant meal
🏨
Hotel Cost
$25–70
per night
🛂
Visa
Visa-free for most Western nationalities
entry requirements
🔌
Plug Type
Type A/B, 110V
electrical standard
🚗➡️
Driving Side
Right
side of the road

⚠️ Travel information is approximate and may change. Always verify visa requirements, entry rules and travel advisories with official government sources before travelling.

📍 Colombia on the Map

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📍 Bogotá, Colombia

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🏆 Colombia World Rankings

2nd
Bird Species
2nd most bird species of any country on Earth
1st
Emeralds
World's largest emerald producer (90% of supply)
2nd
Biodiversity
2nd most biodiverse country globally
1st
Orchid Species
Most orchid species of any country

🏛 Must-See Places in Colombia

🏰
Open Wikipedia ↗
Cartagena Old City

A UNESCO walled Caribbean city with colorful colonial buildings and horse carriages

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Coffee Region (Eje Cafetero)

A UNESCO cultural landscape of lush green coffee farms and traditional towns

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Open Wikipedia ↗
Caño Cristales

'The River of Five Colours' — considered the world's most beautiful river

↗ Learn more on Wikipedia
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Open Wikipedia ↗
Ciudad Perdida

A 'Lost City' older than Machu Picchu, reached by a 4-day jungle trek

↗ Learn more on Wikipedia

🗺️ Countries Bordering Colombia

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Panama
Panama City
🇻🇪
Venezuela
Caracas
🇧🇷
Brazil
Brasília
🇵🇪
Peru
Lima
🇪🇨
Ecuador
Quito

❓ Frequently Asked Questions about Colombia

What is the capital of Colombia?

The capital of Colombia is Bogotá.

What language is spoken in Colombia?

The official language(s) of Colombia are Spanish.

What is the population of Colombia?

The population of Colombia is approximately 51.5M.

What currency does Colombia use?

Colombia uses the Peso (COP).

What continent is Colombia in?

Colombia is located in South America, in the South America region.

What is the GDP of Colombia?

Colombia has a GDP of $343B, with a GDP per capita of $6,650.

What is the best time to visit Colombia?

The best time to visit Colombia is December–March, July–August. The climate is Tropical, varies by altitude.

Do I need a visa for Colombia?

Visa-free for most Western nationalities

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