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When did the European colonization begin in Colombia?

It began In the 16th century

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What is the region that holds more indigenous tribes in Colombia?

The Amazon region.  It holds over 70 different indigenous groups

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What language do the Wayuu speak?

They speak Wayuunaiki

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When was The National Indigenous Organization of Colombia founded?


It was founded in 1982 at the Country’s first National Indigenous Congress.

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What is one of the most significant aspects of the Wayuu Culture?

It is the art of weaving colorful Wayuu Mochila bags

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Where did the Tayronas group live?

They lived in the Sierra Nevada region of Colombia’s Caribbean coast.

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What did the Muiscas speak?

They spoke Chibcha

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What group of indigenous people remained uncontacted until the 1980s?

The NukaK, also known as the Nukak-Makú

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According to the International Work Group for Indigenous Affairs, What is Colombia’s indigenous population?

It is around 1.45 millions, or about 3.5% of the total population.

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What are Taironas known for?

They’re known for their masterful gold work and architecture.

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Where are the Wayuu people located?

They are in the Guajira peninsula in northern Colombia.

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What other indigenous groups once numbered some 2 million, but have largely disappeared?

The Quimbayas, The Muiscas, and the Kalima, (also known as Caribs)

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What is an example of Zenú, (also known as Senú or Sinu) weaving?

It is the traditional or iconic ‘Sombrero Vueltiao’.

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Where did the Muiscas use to live?

  • They used to mainly live in the departaments of Cundinamarca and Boyacá.
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What are the descendent groups of Taironas ?

Arhuaco, Wiwa, Kogi and Kankuamo