Colombia

Colombia is a country located in the northwestern part of South America. Read more about Colombia, Capital, Location, Climate, Latest News.

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Colombia Latest News

Recently, a military plane carrying 125 people crashed shortly after takeoff in southwestern Colombia.

About Colombia

  • Location: It is a country located in the northwestern part of South America. 
  • It is known as the “Gateway of South America”, strategically located in the northwest, connecting South America with Central and North America.
  • Bordering Countries: It is bordered by Panama to the northwest; by Ecuador and Peru to the south; by Venezuela to the east, and by Brazil to the southeast.
  • Maritime Borders: It is also bounded by the Caribbean Sea in the north and by the Pacific Ocean in the west. 
  • It is a member of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) from 2020.
  • Capital City: Bogotá

Geographical Features of Colombia

  • Climate: The climate is tropical along the coasts and eastern plains, and cooler in the highlands.
  • Physical Regions: The country consists of two main regions: the Andes Mountains and broad lowland plains. 
  • Highest Peak: Its highest point is Pico Cristobal Colon
  • Major Rivers: Major rivers include the Magdalena, Amazon, and Orinoco.
  • Natural Resources: It is rich in natural resources like petroleum, natural gas, coal, and gold.

Source: HT

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