Colombia

About Colombia

Capital

Bogotá

Continent

Independence Date

20 July 1810

Official Language	Spanish
Second Language	English
Population	~52 million
Passport Color	Red
Passport Rank	#42
Dialing Code	57
Country TLD	.co

Colombia Overview

Colombia, officially the Republic of Colombia (Spanish: República de Colombia), is a vibrant country located in the northwest corner of South America. It shares borders with Panama to the northwest, Venezuela and Brazil to the east, and Peru and Ecuador to the south, with coastlines on both the Caribbean Sea and the Pacific Ocean. The capital and largest city is Bogotá.

Colombia is known for its rich culture, biodiversity, and coffee production. Its landscapes include the Andes Mountains, Amazon rainforest, and stunning beaches along the Caribbean and Pacific coasts. The country’s economy is one of the strongest in Latin America, driven by oil, coffee, flowers, gold, and emerald exports.

Spanish is the official language, and the currency is the Colombian Peso (COP). The population is known for its warmth and hospitality, and the country has become an increasingly popular tourist destination for its music, cuisine, and natural beauty.

Quick Facts About Colombia

Coordinates	4.7110° N, 74.0721° W
Bordering Countries	Panama, Venezuela, Brazil, Peru, Ecuador
Region / Continent	South America
Total Area	~1,141,748 sq km
Population Density	~45 people per sq km
Highest Point	Pico Cristóbal Colón – 5,730 m
Major Rivers	Magdalena, Cauca, Guaviare, Putumayo
Climate Type	Tropical along coasts and eastern plains; cooler in highlands
Famous For	Coffee, emeralds, music, biodiversity, colonial cities
Major Landmarks	Coffee Triangle, Cartagena, Tayrona National Park, Bogotá, Medellín
Official Language	Spanish
Currency	Colombian Peso (COP)
Government Type	Unitary Presidential Republic
Time Zone	UTC−5 (COT)
Major Exports	Petroleum, coffee, flowers, coal, emeralds
Visitor Entry	Visa-free for many nationalities; electronic visa (E-Visa) for others