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Geography

Colombia is one of the biggest countries in South America. The distance of a road trip along the United States' west coast is approximately the same from the north to the south of Colombia. This country has six different regions: the Caribbean, Pacific, Andean, Orinoquia, Amazon, and Insular Region.

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Climate & Weather
Cartagena:
Average November High: 87.8 Degrees Fahrenheit
Average November Low: 80.6 Degrees Fahrenheit
Average November Precipitation: 5.5 inches

Currency & Money
The local currency is the Peso (COP). 
At the time of writing, the exchange rate was: 
1.00USD = 4,021COP

Emergency Services
Police: 112
Fire & Ambulance: 119 

US Embassy Branch Office
Calle 13b, No. 26-78 Piso 5
Chambacu, Cartagena, Colombia
Phone: 011-57-1-275-2000

Official Language

Spanish

Voltage, Frequency, And Plug/Outlet Type

In Colombia, all power outlets and the electricity run on 110V and 60 Hz. The electrical outlets used in Colombia are of type A and B. The electrical outlets used in Colombia are of type A and B.

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