Colombia is located in the northwest corner of South America, bordered by the Caribbean Sea to the north and the Pacific Ocean to the west. It shares land borders with Venezuela to the east, Brazil to the southeast, Peru to the south, and Ecuador and Panama to the west. The country features diverse landscapes, including the Andes mountains, Amazon rainforest, and coastal plains. The Andes mountain range runs through Colombia, creating three distinct mountain ranges: the Western, Central, and Eastern Cordilleras. The country is also home to the Amazon River, which flows through its southern region, and numerous rivers, lakes, and valleys. Colombia's varied geography supports rich biodiversity and a wide range of climates.