Brazil Flag

Continent: South America

Flag

Key Facts

Aspect ratio

7:10

Adopted

November 19, 1889

Colors

#009739#ffd700#3e4095#ffffff

Patterns

rectangle

Symbols

star circle

Story

The Brazilian flag is a vibrant symbol of the country's beauty and diversity! Its green background represents the lush Amazon rainforest, while the yellow diamond shines like the gold found in Brazil's rivers. The blue circle is like the sky above, dotted with white stars that tell the story of Brazil's states. Each color and symbol reflects the rich culture and natural wonders of this amazing country, inviting everyone to explore its treasures.

Symbolism

Green represents the lush forests of Brazil.
Yellow symbolizes the wealth of the country's natural resources.
Blue represents the sky and the rivers.
White stars depict the constellations visible in Brazil.

History

The flag was adopted shortly after Brazil became a republic in 1889.
The design was inspired by the flags of the royal families of Portugal.
The stars on the flag represent the Brazilian states and the Federal District.