INTRODUCTION
Colombia officially the Republic of Colombia (Spanish: República de Colombia) has its capital in Bogotá. National Anthem O unfading glory! (Spanish: "¡Oh, Gloria Inmarcesible! "), National BirdAndean Condor, National Flowernot allocated, ranks 26thin the world in terms of land area and 28thin terms of population.
HISTORY
Colombia is a very old country. The fertile plains drew in many humans from the North America to the country. Originally the country was occupied by hunter gatherer communities. As time passed, the communities gradually settled down and started agriculture. Proof of human existence has been found about 10,000 BC.
In the 1500’s the country was discovered by adventurers of the European origin. They explored the …show more content…
Many explorers came in hope of searching for it. However the city was a mere legend and could not be found.
In the 1800’s the Colombians being tired of the Spanish rule rebelled against them. General Simon Bolivar was the leader of the resistance. A period of great conflict and turmoil took over the Colombians. In 1819 Colombia gained independence.
Colombia having to deal with its own share of domestic problems did not participate in either of the world wars. It finally got stability late into the 20th century. On 4th July the new constitution of Colombia was promulgated.
At present Colombia is the fourth largest economy in Latin America. It is one of the top markets as …show more content…
2) Snacks and Breads - pandebono, arepas, aborrajados, torta de choclo, empanadas and almojábanas
3) Main courses - bandeja paisa, lechona tolimense, mamona, tamales and fish dishes especially in coastal regions where suero, costeño cheese and carimañolas are also eaten
4) Side Dishes - papas criollas al horno, papas chorreadas and arroz con coco
5) Desserts - buñuelos, natillas, torta Maria Luisa, bocadillo made of guayaba, cocadas, casquitos de guayaba, torta de natas, obleas, flan de arequipe, roscón, milhoja, and the tres leches cake.
CULTURE
The ethnicity of the country is mainly composed of the Mestizo and Whites. They are followed by the Blacks. The majority of the population can be traced back to Spanish and Native American descent. The Africans were mainly brought in to do slave work in the country.
The National sport of the country is tejo. The most popular sport of the country however is football. In addition to that there is widespread playing of boxing, roller skating and cycling.
AIRPORTS
Colombia has many airports of which these five are the most famous.
1) Eldorado Airport (Bogota, Colombia)
2) Alfonso B. Aragon Airport (Cali,
Colombia officially the Republic of Colombia (Spanish: República de Colombia) has its capital in Bogotá. National Anthem O unfading glory! (Spanish: "¡Oh, Gloria Inmarcesible! "), National BirdAndean Condor, National Flowernot allocated, ranks 26thin the world in terms of land area and 28thin terms of population.
HISTORY
Colombia is a very old country. The fertile plains drew in many humans from the North America to the country. Originally the country was occupied by hunter gatherer communities. As time passed, the communities gradually settled down and started agriculture. Proof of human existence has been found about 10,000 BC.
In the 1500’s the country was discovered by adventurers of the European origin. They explored the …show more content…
Many explorers came in hope of searching for it. However the city was a mere legend and could not be found.
In the 1800’s the Colombians being tired of the Spanish rule rebelled against them. General Simon Bolivar was the leader of the resistance. A period of great conflict and turmoil took over the Colombians. In 1819 Colombia gained independence.
Colombia having to deal with its own share of domestic problems did not participate in either of the world wars. It finally got stability late into the 20th century. On 4th July the new constitution of Colombia was promulgated.
At present Colombia is the fourth largest economy in Latin America. It is one of the top markets as …show more content…
2) Snacks and Breads - pandebono, arepas, aborrajados, torta de choclo, empanadas and almojábanas
3) Main courses - bandeja paisa, lechona tolimense, mamona, tamales and fish dishes especially in coastal regions where suero, costeño cheese and carimañolas are also eaten
4) Side Dishes - papas criollas al horno, papas chorreadas and arroz con coco
5) Desserts - buñuelos, natillas, torta Maria Luisa, bocadillo made of guayaba, cocadas, casquitos de guayaba, torta de natas, obleas, flan de arequipe, roscón, milhoja, and the tres leches cake.
CULTURE
The ethnicity of the country is mainly composed of the Mestizo and Whites. They are followed by the Blacks. The majority of the population can be traced back to Spanish and Native American descent. The Africans were mainly brought in to do slave work in the country.
The National sport of the country is tejo. The most popular sport of the country however is football. In addition to that there is widespread playing of boxing, roller skating and cycling.
AIRPORTS
Colombia has many airports of which these five are the most famous.
1) Eldorado Airport (Bogota, Colombia)
2) Alfonso B. Aragon Airport (Cali,