Colombia is a Country in the MoriAtlas geographic dataset. It is used as a structured place record for organizing nearby regions, countries, and protected-area discovery, and where relevant it can also act as part of the broader geographic area of South America.

How large and how populated is Colombia?

Colombia covers approximately 1,141,750 square kilometers and has an available population figure of 52,695,952, recorded for 2,024. Taken together, these numbers give a much better sense of the location’s real scale than either figure would on its own.

How many national parks are associated with Colombia?

Colombia is associated with 28 national parks in the dataset. That count makes the location relevant as a park-discovery entry point, whether it is being viewed as a country, a region, or a broader geographic grouping.

Which national parks are associated with Colombia?

The dataset links Colombia with the following national parks: Amacayacu National Natural Park, Bahía Portete – Kaurrele National Natural Park, Bosque Seco del Patía Fauna and Flora Sanctuary, Chingaza National Natural Park, Chiribiquete National Park, Ciénaga Grande de Santa Marta, Cueva de los Guácharos National Natural Park, Doña Juana-Cascabel Volcanic Complex National Natural Park. This list gives a direct protected-area overview for the location and is often the quickest way to understand why the place matters in MoriAtlas.

Which countries or regions are associated with Colombia?

Colombia is associated with the following country or countries: Colombia. Where more detailed internal geography is available, it is also associated with the following region or regions: Antioquia Department, Bolívar Department, Caldas Department, Caquetá, Caquetá Department, Cauca Department, Chocó, Chocó Department. This helps show whether the location is narrowly bounded or connected to a wider network of places.

What are the official and native names of Colombia?

The official name of Colombia is Republic of Colombia, and its native name is República de Colombia. These naming forms add useful legal, linguistic, and local context beyond the shorter common name used in English interfaces.

What language and time zone information is associated with Colombia?

Colombia is associated with the following language codes: es, and with the time zone America/Bogota. These are practical metadata points that help the place profile work better across localization, search, and international geographic browsing.

What geographic character defines Colombia?

Colombia is classified in the dataset as a coastal location. Coastal geography often shapes climate patterns, settlement history, access routes, and the broader natural identity of a place.

Is Colombia considered mountainous?

Yes. Colombia is classified as mountainous in the dataset. That usually suggests stronger relief, more topographic variation, and a physical setting that may support distinctive regional landscapes and park systems.

What are the main country facts for Colombia?

For Colombia, the capital is Bogotá, the largest city is Bogotá, and the associated currency code is COP. Together, these facts provide a quick practical snapshot of the country beyond its place on the map.

What codes identify Colombia in geographic datasets?

Colombia is identified by the ISO code CO and the country code CO. These standard identifiers are especially useful when connecting MoriAtlas place records to other structured geographic or statistical systems.

How many national parks are in Colombia, and which ones are they?

Colombia is associated with 28 national parks in the dataset: Amacayacu National Natural Park, Bahía Portete – Kaurrele National Natural Park, Bosque Seco del Patía Fauna and Flora Sanctuary, Chingaza National Natural Park, Chiribiquete National Park, Ciénaga Grande de Santa Marta, Cueva de los Guácharos National Natural Park, Doña Juana-Cascabel Volcanic Complex National Natural Park. This makes the country page one of the strongest entry points for browsing its protected landscapes at a national scale.

Which regions are associated with Colombia?

Colombia is associated with the following region or regions: Antioquia Department, Bolívar Department, Caldas Department, Caquetá, Caquetá Department, Cauca Department, Chocó, Chocó Department. This is useful for moving from a country-level overview into more detailed regional park discovery.

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Colombia National Parks and Protected Areas: An Atlas of Geographic Discovery

Colombia, a nation celebrated for its extraordinary biodiversity and varied geography, presents a rich tapestry of national parks and protected natural areas. This atlas entry point allows for structured exploration of Colombia's conservation landscapes, from Andean highlands to Amazonian rainforests and coastal territories. Discover the mapped boundaries, regional context, and geographic spread of protected lands that define the natural heritage of this South American country.

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Discover Colombia's National Parks and Protected Areas: A Geographic Atlas

Browse the comprehensive atlas of national parks and protected areas within Colombia, a biodiverse South American nation featuring the Andes, Amazon, and coastal regions. Understand the geographic distribution of these crucial conservation landscapes, tracing their spread across diverse ecosystems and regional contexts for informed exploration.

Colombia is a presidential republic located in the northern part of South America. It spans approximately 1.14 million km² and has a population of around 52 million. The country features the Andes mountain range, extensive Amazon rainforest, and coastal regions on both the Caribbean and Pacific. Spanish is the official language, and Bogotá serves as the capital and largest city.

Colombia, officially the Republic of Colombia, is a unitary presidential republic in South America. The country occupies a strategic location with access to both the Caribbean Sea and Pacific Ocean. It is divided into 32 departments plus a capital district. Colombia's population is predominantly of mixed European and indigenous ancestry, with significant Afro-Colombian and indigenous communities. The economy is one of the largest in Latin America, driven by agriculture, mining, manufacturing, and services.

Largest city:Bogotá

Currency code:COP

ISO code:CO

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Bogotá

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1,141,750 km²

Population

52,695,952 (2,024)

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Mapped protected areas of Colombia, covering Andean peaks, Amazonian forests, and Caribbean coastal regions.

National Parks in Colombia, South America: Browse Protected Areas and Geography

Browse national parks and other protected areas across Colombia's diverse geography, encompassing Andean mountain ranges, Amazon rainforests, and Caribbean coastal zones. The country park list offers structured geographic context, enabling exploration of park distribution and distinct conservation landscapes within South America.

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National parkColombia

Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta National Park: Colombia's Iconic Coastal Mountain Geography

Witness dramatic elevation changes and unique protected ecosystems.

Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta National Park is a distinctive protected landscape located in northern Colombia. This isolated mountain range, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, features an unparalleled elevational gradient from sea level to nearly 5,700 meters. The park's geography encompasses a stunning diversity of ecosystems, including tropical dry forests, Andean cloud forests, unique páramo habitats, and glacial peaks, making it a vital area for atlas-based geographic discovery and conservation.

Area: 3,830 km²
Established: 1964
IUCN: II
Relief: Mountain

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Rosario and San Bernardo Corals National Natural Park: Colombia's National Natural Park Protected Landscape

Explore the mapped geography and protected natural areas of this Colombian national park.

Delve into the geographical details and protected landscape identity of Rosario and San Bernardo Corals National Natural Park, a significant national park within Colombia. This resource provides a structured atlas view of its mapped boundaries and natural terrain, contributing essential context to the broader Colombian geography and its protected areas.

Area: 1,200 km²
Established: 1977
IUCN: II
Visitors: 318.5K annual

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Amacayacu National Natural Park: Amazonian Flooded Forest and Protected Geography

Explore mapped park boundaries and biodiversity within the Amazon River ecosystem.

Amacayacu National Natural Park is a premier protected area in Colombia, defined by its expansive Amazonian rainforest along the Amazon River. This national park safeguards a complex geography of seasonally flooded forests, river islands, and intact jungle, supporting exceptional biodiversity. Users can explore the mapped extent of Amacayacu National Natural Park, understand its role as a crucial habitat for Amazon river dolphins and primates, and appreciate the dynamic landscape shaped by the river's pulse, all within a comprehensive atlas context.

Area: 2,935 km²
Established: 1975
IUCN: II
Relief: Lowland

Amacayacu National Natural Park Protected Area

National parkVichada Department

El Tuparro National Natural Park: Mapped Protected Landscape in Colombia's Vichada Department

Explore the geography and savanna terrain of this Orinoco basin national park.

El Tuparro National Natural Park stands as a significant protected area in the Vichada Department, embodying the ecological richness of Colombia's Llanos Orientales. Its landscape comprises extensive tropical savannas, striking gallery forests along major rivers like the Orinoco, and dramatic rapids. This page provides an atlas-focused view of El Tuparro National Natural Park, detailing its geographic boundaries and its importance as a conservation corridor within the region, crucial for understanding South American protected lands.

Area: 5,480 km²
Established: 1970
IUCN: II
Relief: Lowland

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National parkGuainía Department

Puinawai Natural Reserve National Park: Mapped Protected Landscape in Guainía Department

Explore exceptional Amazonian biodiversity and pristine natural terrain.

Puinawai Natural Reserve is a sprawling national park situated in the remote Guainía Department of Colombia. As one of the largest and most ecologically intact protected areas in the Amazon basin, it preserves a unique mosaic of humid tropical rainforest, tropical open savanna, and transitional zones. The park's immense size and isolation contribute to its remarkable state of preservation, offering a significant opportunity for atlas-driven discovery of its mapped boundaries, diverse ecosystems, and complex hydrological geography at the Amazon-Orinoco divide.

Area: 10,925 km²
Established: 1989
IUCN: II
Relief: Lowland

Puinawai Natural Reserve National Park

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Protected areaNariño

La Corota Island Flora Sanctuary: A Unique Protected Area within Colombia's Nariño Region

Explore its Andean cloud forest landscape and mapped island geography.

La Corota Island Flora Sanctuary is a critical protected area in Nariño, Colombia, celebrated for its distinctive status as the country's only lake island ecosystem supporting old-growth Andean cloud forest. This compact sanctuary provides a unique landscape context, safeguarding endemic plant species and diverse birdlife within its mapped boundaries. Its presence within Laguna de la Cocha highlights a special convergence of wetland and forest geography, offering insights for atlas exploration of protected lands.

Area: 0.152 km²
Established: 1977
IUCN: II
Visitors: 28K annual

La Corota Island Flora Sanctuary Protected Area

National parkMagdalena Department

Salamanca Island Road Park National Park: A UNESCO Biosphere Reserve of Coastal Wetlands and Mangroves

Explore its unique estuarine environment and abundant bird populations.

Salamanca Island Road Park, designated a National Park and UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, protects a crucial coastal wetland ecosystem in Colombia's Magdalena Department. Its landscape is defined by vast mangrove forests, tidal flats, and the unique meeting of the Magdalena River's fresh water with the Caribbean Sea's salinity. This park is a significant area for birdwatching, with hundreds of species inhabiting its estuarine environment, offering a key point of reference for understanding protected landscapes on the Caribbean coast.

Area: 562 km²
Established: 1964
IUCN: III
Relief: Lowland

Salamanca Island Road Park National Park

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Los Estoraques Unique Natural Area: Colombian Natural Monument of Eroded Pillars

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Los Estoraques Unique Natural Area stands as a distinctive protected landscape within Colombia's Norte de Santander Department. This natural monument is renowned for its striking geological formations of eroded brownstone columns and pedestals, a unique erosional terrain set within the Andean foothills. The area's mapped boundaries encompass a complex ecosystem, bridging dry forest and cloud forest zones, offering significant value for understanding regional geography and the distribution of protected lands in South America.

Area: 562 km²
Established: 1988
IUCN: III
Relief: Mountain

Los Estoraques Unique Natural Area Protected Landscape

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Las Orquídeas National Natural Park: Colombia's Biodiversity Hotspot and Andean Ecosystem Atlas

Explore its unique elevational gradient and protected terrain.

Las Orquídeas National Natural Park in Colombia is renowned for its dramatic elevational range, compressing multiple distinct ecosystems into a single protected area. This national park offers an exceptional view of Andean geography and Chocó biogeographic region biodiversity, transitioning from tropical rainforest to high-altitude páramo. Investigate the mapped landscape and the conservation significance of this unique natural treasure.

Area: 287.53 km²
Established: 1974
IUCN: II
Relief: Mountain

Las Orquídeas National Natural Park Geography

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National parkColombia

Sumapaz National Park: Colombia's Protected National Park Landscape and Geography

Explore its mapped boundaries and regional geographic context.

Sumapaz National Park represents a significant protected area within the broader geographic tapestry of Colombia. As a designated national park, its mapped boundaries are central to understanding its protected landscape identity. This detail page offers focused insight into the park's role in conservation and its specific geographic setting, providing essential context for atlas and map exploration without delving into visitor logistics. Examine the terrain and regional significance of this important natural landscape.

Area: 1,780 km²
Established: 1977
Relief: Highland
Climate: Alpine

Sumapaz National Park Protected Area

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Protected areaColombia

Galeras Protected Area: Exploring Colombia's Mapped Natural Landscapes

Discover the geography and protected terrain of Galeras.

The Galeras protected area in Colombia offers a distinct opportunity for geographic exploration, focusing on its defined boundaries and the natural landscape it encompasses. This resource details the park's setting within the Colombian geography, providing a map-centric view of its protected status. Understanding Galeras contributes to a broader appreciation of protected lands across South America and their unique terrain.

Relief: Mountain
Climate: Alpine
Access: Highly restricted

Galeras Protected Area Atlas

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Protected areaColombia

Ciénaga Grande de Santa Marta Protected Area: Detailed Geographic and Atlas Exploration

Explore the mapped boundaries and protected landscape of this Colombian conservation area.

Gain a deeper understanding of the Ciénaga Grande de Santa Marta, a vital protected area in Colombia. This detailed view focuses on its geographic setting, mapping its protected boundaries and contributing to a broader atlas perspective of South American natural landscapes. It serves as an essential resource for exploring the park's unique regional geography and its role as protected land.

Area: 4,280 km²
Relief: Lowland
Scope: Terrestrial
Water: Water-dominated

Ciénaga Grande de Santa Marta Protected Area

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Colombia geography, nature, climate, and landscape context for park-focused travel research

Explore the physical geography, natural setting, and climate patterns of Colombia through a location-first overview built for travel research, national park discovery, and broader regional context. This section helps explain how landscapes, habitats, and environmental conditions shape what people search for, where they travel, and how they experience protected areas in Colombia.

Colombia geography and landscape

Colombia is located in the northwestern part of South America, bordering the Caribbean Sea to the north and the Pacific Ocean to the west. Its mainland neighbors are Venezuela to the east, Brazil to the southeast, Peru and Ecuador to the south and southwest, and Panama to the northwest. The terrain is diverse, featuring the Andes mountain range in the west, Amazon rainforest in the south and east, and coastal plains along both oceans.

Colombia nature and environment

Colombia is one of the most biodiverse countries in the world, hosting a wide range of ecosystems including tropical rainforests, cloud forests, alpine páramo, and coastal mangroves. The country has numerous national parks and protected areas that preserve its rich flora and fauna. The Andes region contains unique high-altitude environments, while both Caribbean and Pacific coasts support distinct marine ecosystems.

Colombia climate and seasonal conditions

Colombia's climate varies significantly by region due to its diverse topography. The coastal and lowland areas are tropical, while higher elevations in the Andes have cooler temperatures. The country experiences two rainy seasons in most regions, with regional variations depending on elevation and proximity to the equator.

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