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The National symbols of Colombia are the symbols which represent the national identity of the Republic of Colombia as a sovereign state. The national symbols intend to represent the Colombian identity by creating visual, verbal cultural iconic representations of the national people , values, goals , and history .
The coat of arms of Colombia contains a shield with numerous symbols. Perched on top of the shield is an Andean condor holding an olive crown and the condor symbolizing freedom. The national motto , Libertad y Orden (Spanish for Liberty and Order ), is on a scroll in between the bird and the shield in black font over golden background.
Throughout its history, the Lion has been represented by live specimens on several occasions, including the 1934 Rose Bowl and a 1963 football game against Princeton. During the early 20th century, Matilda the Harlem Goat was an unofficial mascot for the university. Barnard College possesses its own mascot, the Barnard Bear.
Orders, decorations, and medals of Colombia (1 C, 9 P) Pages in category "National symbols of Colombia" The following 13 pages are in this category, out of 13 total.
Juan Valdez was designed by the DDB advertising founder William Bernbach [4] in 1958 to promote coffee in the US. [5] Juan Valdez was initially portrayed by a Cuban actor, [5] José F. Duval in both print advertisements and on television until 1969.
The sombrero vueltiao (Colombian Spanish for turned hat) is a traditional hat from Colombia and one of its symbols. It is made out of Gynerium sagittatum known locally as caña flecha, a type of cane that grows in the region.
The Carnival of Barranquilla was proclaimed a Cultural Masterpiece of the Nation by Colombia's National Congress in 2002. [1] Also the UNESCO , in Paris on November 7, 2003, declared it one of the Masterpieces of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity , and it was during Olga Lucia Rodriguez Carnival Queen year.
The culture of Colombia has vibrant indigenous influences within its culture. Full Indigenous peoples of Colombia are estimated to be around 4-10% of the country’s population, [4] [5] [6] however most still hold on to indigenous traditions and folklore. Indigenous influences in Colombian culture include cuisine, music, architecture, language ...