Flag of Bolivia

The "La Tricolor"

South America

11.4M

1851

BO | 15:22

Official Palette

Symbolism

Red represents the blood shed for independence, yellow represents the mineral resources of the country, and green represents the fertility of the land. The coat of arms features Mount Potosí, an alpaca, a sheaf of wheat, and a condor.

History

Adopted on October 31, 1851. The design has remained consistent since then, though the coat of arms has seen minor updates.

Construction

A 2:3 ratio. A horizontal tricolor of red, yellow, and green, with the national coat of arms centered in the yellow band (state flag).

Color Meanings

red: The blood shed by heroes for the birth of the Republic

yellow: The nation's mineral resources and wealth

green: The fertility of the land and hope

Country Facts

Population: 11.4M

2.6% of South America
Capital: Sucre
Languages: Aymara, Guaraní, Quechua, Spanish
Continent: South America
Subregion: Andes
Landlocked: Yes
Borders: Argentina Brazil Chile Paraguay Peru
ISO 3166-1: BO

Flag Identification

Adopted: October 31, 1851
Proportions: 15:22 (≈1.467)
Primary Layout: Horizontal bands
Key Symbols: Emblem

Influences

First flag of Bolivia (1825)

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Flag Protocol

The version with the coat of arms is the official state flag
The Wiphala is also recognized as a dual national flag of Bolivia

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