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Argentina flag

Argentina Flag

Continent: South America

Flag

Argentina flag

Key Facts

Aspect ratio
5:8
Adopted
1818
Colors
#a0c8e0#ffffff#f6d02f

Symbols

Story

Once upon a time in Argentina, the sky was bright blue and the snow-capped Andes stood tall. The people wanted a flag that showed their beautiful land, so they chose light blue and white to represent the skies and the snow. In the center, they added a golden sun with a smiling face, known as the Sun of May, to celebrate their independence. This flag waves proudly, reminding everyone of Argentina's rich history and stunning nature. Every time you see it, think of the adventures waiting in the vast landscapes of Argentina!

Symbolism

  • Light blue represents the clear skies
  • White symbolizes the snow of the Andes
  • The sun represents the Sun of May, a national symbol

History

  1. Flag adopted in 1818
  2. Sun symbol added in 1818
  3. Design based on the colors of the Virgin Mary