Flag of Iceland - Design, Colors, Meaning, Symbolism

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The flag of Iceland features a red Nordic cross outlined in white on a blue background.It symbolizes Iceland’s volcanic fire, icy landscapes, ocean, and strong Nordic heritage.

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Iceland Flag Facts

CountryIceland
CapitalReykjavík
CurrencyIcelandic Króna (ISK)
Official LanguageIcelandic
ISO Country CodeISL
Adopted On17 June 1944
Design ByMatthías Þórðarson
National Day17 June (National Day)
National SongLofsöngur (National Anthem)
Flag Ratio18:25
ColorsBlue, White, and Red
DesignBlue field with a white Nordic cross overlaid by a red cross, offset toward the hoist
Center SymbolNordic Cross
Meaning of BlueThe ocean and mountains
Meaning of WhiteSnow and ice
Meaning of RedVolcanic fire and lava
Symbolism of Nordic CrossChristian heritage and Nordic unity
Cultural InfluenceStrongly rooted in Nordic tradition and Iceland’s natural landscape
Unique FeatureThe colors symbolically represent Iceland’s fire-and-ice geography
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