Flag of Bhutan
Flag NameFlag of Bhutan
Country NameBhutan
ISO 3166-1 alpha-2BT
Date Adopted1969-06-08
Adoption Statusofficial
Flag Typenational
Aspect Ratio2:3
Primary ColorsYellow, Orange, White
Symbolism DescriptionThe saffron yellow upper half represents the civil tradition and temporal authority of the Druk Gyalpo (Dragon King), signifying prosperity and secular power. The orange lower half represents the spiritual tradition of Buddhism, particularly the Drukpa Kagyu school, and the religious authority of the chief abbot (Je Khenpo). The white Druk (dragon) symbolizes Bhutan itself, the 'Land of the Thunder Dragon,' with its white color signifying purity and loyalty. The jewels clutched in its claws represent the wealth and security of Bhutan, while its snarling mouth signifies the strength of the male and female deities protecting the country.
Symbolism Categoriesreligion
DesignerMayum Choying Wangmo Dorji, Dasho Paljor Dorji
Legal DescriptionThe design and usage of the Flag of Bhutan are codified in the Constitution of Bhutan and specific flag regulations.
Description
The national flag of Bhutan is divided diagonally from the lower hoist-side corner to the upper fly-side corner. The upper triangle is saffron yellow, and the lower triangle is orange. Centered along the dividing line is a large white dragon (Druk) facing away from the hoist. The dragon holds jewels in its claws.
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