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Guatemala flag

Guatemala Flag

Continent: North America

Flag

Guatemala flag

Key Facts

Aspect ratio
2:3
Adopted
August 17, 1871
Colors
00a3e0ffffff

Story

The flag of Guatemala is a beautiful symbol of the country's rich culture and natural beauty. The sky blue stripes remind us of the vast oceans that surround Guatemala, while the white center represents the purity of its people and their dreams. In the middle of the flag, the coat of arms tells the story of Guatemala's history and independence. This flag waves proudly, showing the world the strength and resilience of the Guatemalan spirit!

Symbolism

  • Sky blue represents Guatemala's position between the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean
  • White symbolizes purity and integrity
  • The coat of arms represents the nation's sovereignty

History

  1. Original flag adopted on August 17, 1871
  2. Current version with vertical stripes adopted in 1968
  3. Flag colors were restored to their original design