Flag of Azerbaijan

Europe · Asia

10.2M

1991

AZ | 1:2

Official Palette

Symbolism

The blue band represents the Turkic heritage of the nation, the red band stands for progress and the modernization of culture, and the green band represents the Islamic faith. The eight-pointed star refers to the eight branches of the Turkic people.

History

First adopted in 1918 during the Azerbaijan Democratic Republic, the flag was later suppressed during the Soviet era. It was officially restored on February 5, 1991, shortly before the country regained its independence.

Construction

The flag has a 1:2 aspect ratio. It features three equal horizontal bands. The crescent and eight-pointed star are centered in the middle red band.

Color Meanings

blue: Turkic heritage and national identity

red: Progress, modernization, and democracy

green: The Islamic faith and civilization

Country Facts

Population: 10.2M
Capital: Baku
Languages: Azerbaijani
Continent: Europe · Asia
Subregion: Caucasus
Landlocked: Yes
Borders: Armenia Georgia Iran Russia Turkey
ISO 3166-1: AZ

Flag Identification

Adopted: February 5, 1991
Proportions: 1:2
Total Colors: 4
Primary Layout: Horizontal bands
Key Symbols: Crescent, Stars

Influences

The eight branches of the Turkic people

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Flag Protocol

The crescent and eight-pointed star must be centered in the red band
Must be treated with reverence as a symbol of sovereignty

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