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79 Funny facts about Colombia
- 7. Dedicated people at supermarkets
pack for you (one bag per item),
and they can take your groceries
home for you if you wish
- 9. The men bringing cash to the banks always carry pump-action
shotguns (just in case)
- 14. People often say they will do something, but don’t always
expect them to keep their word; it’s just politeness
- 24. A lot of « women » are pregnant
very young
- 26. Everything you can imagine is sold on the street.
You can buy unities: one cigarette, one chewing-gum, etc.
- 32. Colombians are VERY proud of their land. And they’ll let you
know about it. Watch your words.
- 36. Every month has its celebration.
Child’s month. Mother’s month. Friend’s month. Etc.
- 40. Stores are often divided into neighborhoods.
Pets’ neighborhood. Lamps’ neighborhood. Repair garages’ neighborhood. Etc.
- 43. A lot of people have a « finca »
(countryside house)
- 48. Still at the restaurant,
waiters will ask if you want
to give a tip
- 51. Women are very vain. They’ll put some make up on and make
sure they look good all day long.
- 53. You always provide your data and sign when paying by credit
card. You’ll also be asked how you want to divide the payment
over time.
- 56. Government imposes « dry rule » (no alcohol) on great
occasions like elections, world cup, etc.
It allows a better security and less accidents
- 59. A lot of people have a cleaning lady/maid.
- 61. Bogotá has the longest bicycle path of the continent.
That most likely explains their success at bicycling.
- 65. No alcohol is tolerated if you drive. They’re strict with this.
- 68. Colombia is one of the happiest
country on Earth.
Yes, its people makes its main strength.
- 73. Buses and planes are the main means of transportation. No
trains here.
(only small ones for kids within malls)
- 77. You’ll find a casino & huge play area (for kids) in each mall