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Columbia Traditions
The country of Columbia found at the northern tip of South America, was first recognized in 1819. Within Columbia, there are five geographic regions; the Caribbean coast, pacific lowlands, Andes highlands, Orinoco Savanna and the Amazon Rainforest. The regional cultural traditions are mixed, with a broad assortment of distinct groups that have unique customs, accents, and social patterns.
Within the Caribbean region of Columbia, the predominant ethnic group is the Pardo, a mixture of European, indigenous, and afro-Columbian descent. The widest spread language in this area is Spanish, followed by the Wayuu language. The weather of this area involves a warm climate and a calm coast. The people of the Caribbean region are said to be spontaneous,

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