Columbia
Columbia Columbia is k nown for its amazing beauty and vast jungles, Colombia offers many surprises. Some people do not associate the Republic of Colombia as part of the Caribbean region. However, the country has 1000 miles of Caribbean coast extending from the Gulf of Urab to the Gulf of Venezuela. The only Caribbean island with that much coastline is Cuba. The Caribbean Coastal region covers 51,077 sq. miles which definitely makes it geographically "Caribbean". Colombia's coast is marked by natural flora and fauna that attract visitors year-round. The largest protected area is Tayrona National Natural Park along the Caribbean coast. Santa Marta, the first Spanish settlement in Colombia, and its oldest surviving city. The region makes a prime tourist destination. Interesting fact, Santa Marta is officially named “Distrito TurÃstico, Cultural e Histórico e Santa Marta” which means “Touristi...