The Sierra de Santa Marta is a mountain range located in northern Colombia, near the Caribbean coast. It is known for its unique biodiversity and is home to various ecosystems, including tropical rainforests and high-altitude paramo. The range is also notable for its indigenous communities, such as the Kogi and Arhuaco, who have lived in the area for centuries. This mountain range is the highest coastal mountain range in the world, with its peak, Pico Cristóbal Colón, reaching approximately 5,775 meters (18,947 feet). The Sierra de Santa Marta is a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, recognized for its ecological significance and the conservation of its rich flora and fauna.