Official Palette
Symbolism
The two blue bands represent the two oceans (Pacific and Atlantic) and the sky. The white band represents peace. The coat of arms features a triangle (equality), a Phrygian cap (liberty), and five volcanoes (the five original Central American states).
History
Adopted on September 4, 1908. It is closely modeled after the flag of the United Provinces of Central America.
Construction
A 3:5 ratio. A horizontal tricolor of blue, white, and blue, with the national coat of arms centered in the white band.
Color Meanings
blue: The two oceans surrounding the country and the sky
white: Purity, peace, and the integrity of the people
Country Facts
- Population
- 6.8M
1.1% of North America
- Capital
- Managua
- Languages
- Spanish
- Continent
- North America
- Subregion
- Central America
- Landlocked
- No
- Borders
- ISO 3166-1
- NI
Flag Identification
- Adopted
- September 4, 1908
- Proportions
3:5 (≈1.667)
- Total Colors
- 3
- Primary Layout
- Horizontal bands
- Key Symbols
- Emblem, Text
Influences
Flag of the United Provinces of Central America
Flags with resemblance
Related flags
Flag Protocol
- The coat of arms features a Phrygian cap and five volcanoes
- Must be treated with military honors during official functions
Practice
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