Official Palette
Symbolism
The blue represents the thousands of lakes and the sky, while the white represents the snow that covers the land in winter. The cross is a Nordic Cross representing Christianity.
History
The 'Siniristilippu' (Blue Cross Flag) was adopted on May 29, 1918, shortly after Finland gained independence from Russia. The design was heavily influenced by the Danish Dannebrog.
Construction
A 11:18 ratio. A white field with a blue Nordic cross extending to the edges.
Color Meanings
blue: The sky and the thousands of lakes across Finland
white: The pure white snow covering the land in winter
Country Facts
Flag Identification
- Adopted
- May 29, 1918
- Designer
- Eero Snellman, Bruno Tuukkanen
- Proportions
11:18 (≈1.636)
- Total Colors
- 2
- Key Symbols
- Cross
Influences
Danish Dannebrog
Nordic Cross tradition
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Flag Protocol
- The vertical arm of the cross is shifted toward the hoist
- The state flag includes the national coat of arms in the center of the cross
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