a republic in northwestern South America with a coastline on the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Sea; achieved independence from Spain in 1821 under the leadership of Simon Bolivar; Spanish is the official language
"Colombia, a nation in northwestern South America that gained its independence from Spain in 1821, boasts coastlines on both the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Sea."
A country in South America. Official name: Republic of Colombia.
"Colombia, officially known as the Republic of Colombia, is a vibrant country located in northwestern South America."
The name Colombia comes from the Spanish word for Italy's term "Colombo," which means Christopher Columbus. It was named in honor of the Genoese explorer who lived from 1451 to 1506.