Official Palette
Symbolism
The black double-headed eagle is a traditional symbol of Albania, representing the sovereign state. The red field represents bravery, strength, and valor.
History
Adopted on April 7, 1992. The eagle design dates back to the 15th-century national hero Skanderbeg, who used it on his flag when fighting the Ottoman Empire.
Construction
A 5:7 ratio. A red field with a black double-headed eagle perfectly centered.
Color Meanings
red: Bravery, strength, and the blood of patriots
black: The sovereignty and national pride of the Albanian people
Country Facts
- Population
- 2.4M
0.3% of Europe
- Capital
- Tirana
- Languages
- Albanian
- Continent
- Europe
- Subregion
- Balkans
- Landlocked
- No
- Borders
- ISO 3166-1
- AL
Flag Identification
- Adopted
- April 7, 1992
- Proportions
5:7 (≈1.400)
- Total Colors
- 2
- Key Symbols
- Emblem, Animal, Weapon
Influences
Seal of Gjergj Kastrioti Skanderbeg
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Flag Protocol
- The eagle must be perfectly centered on the red field
- Must be treated with military honors during official ceremonies
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