Colombia
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What does the red in the Colombian flag stand for?
The blood shed fighting for independence
What is the wide brimmed hat men often wear called?
Sombrero
What is the main religion in Colombia?
Christianity (Catholicism)
Is Colombia the rainiest country or the dryest?
Rainiest
How many departments are in Colombia?
32
What music genre is the most popular in Colombia?
Vallenato
Name one country that starts with a P that Colombia borders
Panama or Peru
Is Colombia's population aging or growing?
Aging
How many dialects of Spanish are spoken in Colombia?
Eleven
What are the largest and smallest departments in Colombia?
Largest: Amazonas
Smallest: San Andrés
How long did it take to build the walls around Cartagenas Old City?
200 years
What is the national tree of Colombia and where can they be found?
The Quindio Wax Palm. They can be found in the Cocora Valley
What is a pollera?
A colorful skirt women wear
Colombia is the world's leading producer of what natural gem?
Emeralds
What does the hora tipica mean?
The typical time someone will arrive
When is Colombian independence day?
July 20th
What is the Colombian national dish?
Bandeja Paisa
At what two times is it mandatory for public television to play the national anthem each day?
6am and 6pm
When does the Manizales fair take place?
New Years day
What is the english meaning of El paseo de olla?
Pot Gathering
Colombia is the third in the world in the exportation of what bean?
Coffee
What town is often called the most colorful and beautiful town in Colombia?
Guatape
What is the most traditional Colombian Christmas tradition
Attending Novena de Aguinaldos
This river is known as "Liquid rainbow" or "The river of five colors"
Cano Cristales
How many indigenous tribes are in colombia ?
Between 85 and 100