Flag of Kyrgyzstan

KG · 3:5

Official Palette

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Symbolism

The red field represents bravery and valor. The yellow sun represents peace and wealth. The 40 rays represent the 40 tribes of Kyrgyzstan. The central emblem (tunduk) represents the top of a traditional Kyrgyz yurt.

History

Adopted on March 3, 1992, shortly after independence from the Soviet Union. The design was updated in 2023 to straighten the sun's rays.

Construction

A 3:5 ratio. A red field with a yellow sun and tunduk centered.

Country Specifications

Capital: Bishkek
Population: 7.3M

0.1% of Asia
Languages: Kyrgyz, Russian
Continent: Asia
Subregion: Central Asia
Landlocked: Yes
Borders: China Kazakhstan Tajikistan Uzbekistan
ISO 3166-1: KG

Flag Identification

Adopted: March 3, 1992
Proportions: 3:5 (≈0.60)
Total Colors: 2
Key Symbols: Central emblem

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