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Colombia Third Most Beautiful Country in the World Says Forbes

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Colombia Most Beautiful Country World Forbes
With its majestic mountains, lush jungles and Caribbean coasts, Colombia stands as the third most beautiful country in the world according to Forbes. Credit: wallpaperflare/Public domain

Colombia’s beauty has once again taken center stage, with Forbes ranking it as the third most beautiful country in the world. This distinction is attributed to the remarkable diversity of landscapes, climates, cultures, geography, flora, and fauna found in this South American nation.

Forbes, the renowned business magazine, awarded Colombia a rating of 7.16 out of 10 for natural beauty, securing its position as the third most beautiful country globally. Only two countries outshine Colombia in this ranking: Indonesia and New Zealand, which boast exceptional ratings of 7.7 and 7.27 respectively.

Colombia Most Beautiful Country World Forbes
Caño Cristales in Colombia is known as the most beautiful river in the world for its wide range of colors. Credit: Mario Carvajal/CC BY 3.0

Indonesia claims the top spot, thanks to its astonishing collection of over 17,000 islands, creating a diverse and dazzling paradise in Asia. Meanwhile, New Zealand captivates with its rolling hills, majestic mountain peaks, including the Southern Alps, and an impressive array of active volcanoes.

Colombia, the third most beautiful country in the world

Colombia takes pride in its third-place standing in this global ranking and also secures the title of the highest-ranked country in the Western Hemisphere and throughout the Americas. In a surprising turn, it surpasses other stunning nations such as Mexico, Ecuador, and the United States.

The website presenting this ranking commends Colombia for its diverse landscapes, which range from the majestic Andes Mountains to the lush Amazon rainforest. Additionally, it highlights the impressive fact that the country has 500,000 square kilometers of tropical rainforest, a significant contributor to its high natural beauty rating.

Colombia Most Beautiful Country World Forbes
Rock of Guatape (El peñon de Guatape) from drone. Credit: Juan Gomez/Wikipedia/CC BY 2.0

This recognition of Colombia’s beauty is the result of a thorough analysis of each nation’s natural wonders. In the case of Colombia, destinations like the enigmatic Amazon jungle, the astonishing Caño Cristales, the magical Cocora Valley, the captivating Guatape, and the grand Chicamocha Canyon, among other spectacular locations, stand out.

First place in America

Colombia now joins a list of Latin American countries that also excel in this global ranking. Peru secures the 18th position, Costa Rica follows closely at 20th, Argentina is 22nd, Chile at 29th, Bolivia at 32nd, Nicaragua at 33rd, Venezuela at 39th, El Salvador at 40th, the Dominican Republic at 45th, and Panama at 49th.

This global recognition underscores Colombia’s exceptional beauty and its ability to captivate those fortunate enough to explore its diverse and astonishing landscape. With its majestic mountains, lush jungles, and Caribbean coasts, Colombia stands as a true natural treasure, remaining a hidden gem waiting to be discovered.


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