Geography
Colombia is in South America, South America. Its listed coordinates are 4, -72; it has Brazil, Ecuador, Panama, Peru, Venezuela.
Neighboring countries: Brazil, Ecuador, Panama, Peru, Venezuela
South America
Colombia
Colombia is a country in South America. Learn its capital, flag, population, area, currency, language, geography, culture, food, famous places, travel facts, and FAQs.
Quick Facts
- Capital
- Bogotá
- Continent
- South America
- Region
- South America
- Population
- 53.1 million
- Area
- 1,141,748 km²
- Currency
- Colombian peso (COP)
- Official language
- Spanish
- Calling code
- +57
- Internet TLD
- .co
- Time zone
- UTC-05:00
Colombia map preview: 4.00, -72.00
People and Culture
Colombia uses Spanish in this dataset. Culture, traditions, education, sport, arts, and daily life can vary by region, language community, and local history, so deeper cultural notes should be checked with reliable local sources.
Food: Food culture in Colombia varies by region and community. This profile avoids naming specific dishes unless they have been reviewed from a dedicated source, making it a safe starting point for classroom or travel research.
Short History
Colombia is recorded with the official name Republic of Colombia. This profile uses country database fields for quick reference and links the country to its region, capital, identifiers, and basic geography. Detailed historical timelines should be checked with dedicated historical sources when used for formal research.
Famous Places and Travel Facts
Famous places
- Bogotá
- South America cultural and historic sites
- South America map and regional landmarks
Travel facts
- Capital or main administrative city: Bogotá
- Time zone data: UTC-05:00
- Check official sources for entry, safety, and transport information.
Fun facts
- Colombia is grouped under South America.
- Colombia has a listed area of 1,141,748 km².
- Colombia is listed as a UN member.
FAQs about Colombia
What is the capital of Colombia?
The capital of Colombia is Bogotá.
What continent is Colombia in?
Colombia is in South America.
What currency does Colombia use?
Colombia uses the Colombian peso.
What language is spoken in Colombia?
Spanish is listed for Colombia in this database.