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Symbols Of The Caribbean Culture

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There are multiple cultures around the world that influence a country's way of living. A culture is the way in which certain groups behave, think, and what tangible objects they bring value to. The Colombian culture is profoundly influenced by the Spanish culture, but has many distinct factors that allow it to properly function. The first component of culture is symbols. Symbols are anything with significance and value shared by the people in a culture. A symbol most countries value is their national flag. The colors of the Colombian flag each symbolize a characteristic ideal for a strong country. The yellow horizontal stripe is a reference to the wealth in gold Colombia withheld before the arrival of Spaniards. The blue depicts the oceans lining the outer regions of the country. A second interpretation of the flag’s blue color is the country’s loyalty and consciousness. Lastly, the red reflects the bravery Colombians inherited during their victorious fight for independence as well as a recognition for those who lost their lives (Colombia’s National Symbols, 2017). Another national symbol in Colombia is the Coat of Arms. The Coat of Arms is a national symbol of their motto “Libertad y Orden” which translates to “Liberty and Order”. The national bird, Andean condor, has an important meaning to the roots of Colombians, dating back to the indigenous Andean culture. The Andean people used the vulture as a symbol of health and power. Gestures as well are symbols that give

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