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Colombia

Colombia. By: Dulce Diaz. Map of Colombia. Charts & Graphs. Literacy Rate in Colombia. Life Expectancy in Colombia. Human & Physical Features.

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Colombia

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  1. Colombia By: Dulce Diaz

  2. Map of Colombia

  3. Charts & Graphs Literacy Rate in Colombia Life Expectancy in Colombia

  4. Human & Physical Features Things in Colombia are improving more and more. For example, the infant mortality in Colombia is more than 3 times greater than the U.S. In addition, the literacy rate is 7% more than the U.S. In the past couple of years, Colombia’s life expectancy has improved by 4.2%. The numbers of doctors in Colombia have also improved an amazing 16.4%! In conclusion, Colombia is starting to improve and most likely will keep improving. Here is one of Colombia’s physical features.

  5. Colombia’s Flag The Colombian flag may look simple, but there aremany things you don’t know about this beautiful flag. First of all, there is no official meaning of the Colombian flag; however there are 2 popular theories behind the flag’s colors. One theory says that yellow symbolizes sovereignty and justice, blue is nobility and loyalty; and red is honor, and victory through bloodshed. The second one says that yellow is universal liberty, blue is equality of races and social classes, and red means fraternity. Aside from the flags unknown meaning, it is also one of the world’s oldest flags. Also, this simple flag doesn’t just representthe countries freedom, but is also used in soccer games. In conclusion, this flag is a beautiful piece of simplicity that shows this amazing it is.

  6. Government Independence day in Colombia Bogota • The capital of Colombia is Bogota. • The national holiday is Independence day. • Colombia’s national symbol is the Andean Condor. • The flag of Colombia is 184 years old. • Juan Manuel SANTOS Calderon is the chief of state in Colombia. Colombia’s national symbol Juan Manuel SANTOS Calderon

  7. Religion Christianity is a religion very important to Colombia. After all, 90% of the people in Colombia practice Christianity. Christianity was founded on belief of Jesus Christ in C. 30 AD, Israel. In Christianity there is one God and a trinity consisting of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. In addition, when you die, Christians believe that you either go to eternal heaven of hell. They also believe that in order to go to heaven , you have to pray, study the Bible, get baptised, and go to church. In conclusion, Christianity is very important to Colombia and alway will be.

  8. Timeline of Colombia

  9. Animals, Plants, & Natural Resources Colombia is full of exotic animals and beautiful plants. The Cotton-top Tamarin is critically endangered and is one of the rarest primates in the world. In addition, the Cotton-top Tamarin is one of the smallest primates in the world weighing less than 1.1 lbs. The colorful puffleg is a beautiful and endangered hummingbird only native to Colombia. Also, these hummingbirds only have a population of 750-999 adult birds. One of Colombia’s many plants is the Victoria Regia. The Victoria Regia is the largest of the Nymphaeaceae family of water lilies. Furthermore, this gigantic plant was named after the one and only Queen Victoria. As you can see, Colombia is a beautiful country full of majestic plants and animals. Cotton-top tamarin Victoria Regia Colorful Puffleg

  10. Vive Colombia!

  11. Capital The city or town that is the official seat of government in a country, state, etc. Synonym: Central The Capital of Colombia is Bogota Military Of, for, or pertaining to the army of armed forces. Synonym: Army In Colombia, you must be 18-24 years old to join the military. Glossary Independence Freedom from the control, influence, support, aid, or the like of others. Synonym:Freedom Colombia gained its independence on July 20, 1810 (from Spain). Natural Resources materials of substances that occur in nature and can be used for economic gain. Synonym: Raw material One of Colombia’s natural resources is emeralds. Symbol A word, phrase, image, or the like having a meaning. Synonym: Figure The national symbol in Colombia is the Andean Condor

  12. Work Cited CIA World Factbook. “Colombia.” May 9, 2014. http://ciaworldfactbook.com. Classzone. “World Cultures and geography: Latin America.” April 11, 2014. http://classzone.com.Religion Facts. “Big Religion Facts.” May 2, 2014. http://religionfacts.com. World Flags 101. “National Flag of Colombia.” April 25, 2014. http://worldflags101.com.

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