Flag of Macedonia - Design, Colors, Meaning, Symbolism

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The flag of North Macedonia features a stylized yellow sun with eight rays extending over a red field.It symbolizes freedom, vitality, and the nation’s historical and cultural heritage.

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North Macedonia Flag Facts

CountryNorth Macedonia
CapitalSkopje
CurrencyMacedonian Denar (MKD)
Official LanguageMacedonian
ISO Country CodeMKD
Adopted On5 October 1995
Design ByMiroslav Grčev
National Day8 September (Independence Day)
National SongDenes nad Makedonija (National Anthem of North Macedonia)
Flag Ratio1:2
ColorsRed, Yellow
DesignRed field with a central yellow sun featuring eight broad rays extending to the edges of the flag
Center SymbolStylized Sun (Sun of Liberty)
Meaning of RedRepresents courage and the struggle for independence
Meaning of YellowSymbolizes light, freedom, and a new beginning
Symbolism of SunRepresents freedom, life, and national unity
Historical NoteCurrent design replaced the Vergina Sun to resolve a naming and symbol dispute
Unique FeatureDistinctive radiating sun design extending to all edges of the flag
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