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Colombia: The Gateway to South America

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An aerial shot of a large shipping vessel parked at a loading dock. Caption. While Colombia is a global leader in energy resources.

Brief overview of Colombia, a country with great geographic diversity and a wealth of natural resources. Describes its geography, people and culture, and resources. Tours six geographical regions: Central Zone, Coffee Region, Pacific Coast, Atlantic Coast, Eastern Plains, and the Amazon.

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