79 funny facts about colombia
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What's different and bizarre in Colombia, from a stranger's point of view. Travel tips.TRANSCRIPT
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Funny Facts about COLOMBIA
(from a stranger’s point of view)
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Esthetic surgery is…
…everywhere
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There’s no age for wearing brace
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Driving is… funny, risky, crazy & well… …everyone has his own rules
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The more food you have in your plate, the happier you are
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But food here is carbohydrates' paradise
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Dedicated people at supermarkets pack for you (one bag per item), and they can take your groceries home for you if you wish
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Almost any building has his own doorman
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The men bringing cash to the banks always carry pump-action shotguns ( just in case)
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Most homes don’t have hot water (or only water heater)
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Ladies rarely pay for their drinks
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Phone use is overwhelming
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Punctuality is not really part of the culture
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People often say they will do something, but don’t always expect them to keep their word; it’s just politeness
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National anthem is played on radio at 6am & 6pm
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There are more motorbikes & taxis than cars
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Greetings are often endless
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Some men have different women in their lives…
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School children have to wear a uniform
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Soccer is more than a sport here
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Don’t be surprised to be called by a nickname or your status
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Car alarms are all the same. And they’re strange!
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There are policemen and military men everywhere
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A lot of « women » are pregnant very young
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The way people talk can seem hypocrite & exaggerated
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Everything you can imagine is sold on the street. You can buy unities: one cigarette, one chewing-gum, etc.
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Dancing can look like people are having sex dressed
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Dogs are very appreciated. They even have their own
clothes.
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Malls are considerate very moderns & nice to go to on free time.
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All men get their nails done
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Even though they’re still a bit macho
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Colombians are VERY proud of their land. And they’ll let you know about it. Watch your words.
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Sidewalks are the property of the first arrived
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Weather is almost the same all year long. And at 6pm, it’s dark.
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Restaurants contract people to wave flags in front of the main entrance to
attract people in.
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Every month has its celebration. Child’s month. Mother’s month. Friend’s month. Etc.
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Radio hosts never stop talking!
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Commercials are invasive.
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Catholic religion is omnipresent.
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Stores are often divided into neighborhoods. Pets’ neighborhood. Lamps’ neighborhood. Repair garages’ neighborhood. Etc.
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They dip cheese into … hot chocolate
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Some buildings have special bases to protect
from earthquakes
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A lot of people have a « finca » (countryside house)
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There are extremely wealthy people and extremely poor ones
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Every price has to be negotiated
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People all want to be your friends
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At the restaurant, from the moment you finish your
plate, they clear the table.
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Still at the restaurant, waiters will ask if you want
to give a tip
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Even Chinese food comes with French fries
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Soda is the usual drink for a meal.
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Women are very vain. They’ll put some make up on and make sure they look good all day long.
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If you’re offered a drink, you can’t refuse it.
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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.
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Many documents have to be signed with fingerprint. Some buildings’ entrances also.
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So many fruits, you can’t remember them all.
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Government imposes « dry rule » (no alcohol) on great occasions like elections, world cup, etc.
It allows a better security and less accidents
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The « busetas » (small buses) stop wherever you want them to.
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Anything can be delivered to you: food, movies, drinks, etc.
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A lot of people have a cleaning lady/maid.
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Sport installations are installed in the street, parks, etc.
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Bogotá has the longest bicycle path of the continent. That most likely explains their success at bicycling.
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People love to get up early!
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At school, you’ll be charged if you fail at a subject
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There are « love hotels » per hour
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No alcohol is tolerated if you drive. They’re strict with this.
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Local currency makes you feel like a millionaire
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Colombia is the land of coffee and emeralds
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Colombia is one of the happiest country on Earth.
Yes, its people makes its main strength.
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You might run into a « No guns allowed » sign
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You can actually reheat and eat your own food in a restaurant.
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For high withdrawals of money (at the bank), policemen will walk you home
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Post service is assured by several private companies.
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Buses and planes are the main means of transportation. No trains here.
(only small ones for kids within malls)
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Electricity and water bills are paid directly at the counter (supermarket, local store, etc.)
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McDonald’s has ice cream stands outside its main restaurants
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It’s not uncommon to be greeted by the mall’s
security men
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You’ll find a casino & huge play area (for kids) in each mall
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Dancing is innate.
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People will beat around the bush to say « no » to you & stay polite
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People take forever to withdraw some cash