National Parks Of Colombia
The protected areas of Colombia are grouped into the National System of Protected Areas. As of 2013, there are 56 nationally protected areas which cover about 126,000 km2 (49,000 sq mi) and represent more than 10% of the country's area.
Read more about National Parks Of Colombia: National Natural Park System, List of Nationally Protected Areas, Proposed Areas, Disbanded Areas
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