Fun facts about Colombia
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The name 'Colombia' is derived from the last name of the Italian navigator Christopher Columbus.
Colombia
Colombia, officially the Republic of Colombia, is a country located in South America, with insular regions in North America.
From the “Etymology” section
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The oldest pottery discovered in the Americas, found in San Jacinto, dates to 5000–4000 BCE.
Colombia
Colombia, officially the Republic of Colombia, is a country located in South America, with insular regions in North America.
From the “History” section
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At 2,600 m (8,530 ft), Bogotá is the highest city of its size in the world.
Colombia
Colombia, officially the Republic of Colombia, is a country located in South America, with insular regions in North America.
From the “Geography” section
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Colombia is ranked first in bird species and has the highest rate of species by area of any country.
Colombia
Colombia, officially the Republic of Colombia, is a country located in South America, with insular regions in North America.
From the “Geography” section
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Colombia was the first constitutional government in South America.
Colombia
Colombia, officially the Republic of Colombia, is a country located in South America, with insular regions in North America.
From the “History” section
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