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Uzbekistan flag

Uzbekistan Flag

Continent: Asia

Flag

Uzbekistan flag

Key Facts

Aspect ratio
1:2
Adopted
November 18, 1991
Colors
#009b77#ffffff#a3d9b8#d52b1e

Story

The flag of Uzbekistan is a vibrant symbol of the country's spirit and heritage. Its blue color reflects the vast sky and the rivers that flow through the land, while white stands for peace and harmony among its people. The green stripe represents the lush nature that thrives in Uzbekistan, and the red symbolizes the life force that connects everyone. In the top corner, a crescent moon and twelve stars shine brightly, representing the nation's aspirations and unity. Each element of the flag tells a story of a proud nation that embraces its past while looking forward to a bright future.

Symbolism

  • blue represents the sky and water
  • white symbolizes peace
  • green stands for nature
  • red signifies life force

History

  1. Flag design legalized on November 18, 1991
  2. Adopted after Uzbekistan gained independence from the Soviet Union
  3. The flag's design was chosen from over 200 proposals