Colombia

South America · Capital Bogotá

Colombia is a country in South America. Its capital city is Bogotá. It has a population of around 49,648,685 people. The main language is Spanish and the official currency is the Colombian peso. It shares land borders with 5 countries.

Colombia is a country in South America. Its capital is Bogotá. It has a population of 49,648,685, bordering 5 countries. The official language is Spanish. The official currency is the Colombian peso.

Where is Colombia?

Colombia at a glance

Capital: Bogotá
Population: 49.6M
Currency: Colombian peso
Language: Spanish
Continent: South America
Coastline: Yes

The flag of Colombia

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Frequently asked questions about Colombia

What is the capital of Colombia?

The capital of Colombia is Bogotá.

What continent is Colombia in?

Colombia is located in South America.

What is the population of Colombia?

Colombia has a population of approximately 49,648,685 people.

What is the currency of Colombia?

The official currency of Colombia is the Colombian peso.

What language is spoken in Colombia?

The main language spoken in Colombia is Spanish.

What is the flag of Colombia?

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