Flag of Ecuador
Flag NameFlag of Ecuador
Country NameEcuador
ISO 3166-1 alpha-2EC
Date Adopted1860-09-26
Adoption Statusofficial
Flag Typenational
Aspect Ratio1:2
Primary ColorsYellow, Blue, Red, Green, White, Brown
Symbolism DescriptionThe colors of the flag are derived from the flag of Gran Colombia. Yellow represents the abundant crops and fertile land, as well as the gold and wealth of the country. Blue symbolizes the ocean and the clear skies, and the independence from Spanish rule. Red signifies the blood shed by the heroes who fought for independence. The coat of arms in the center features a condor, a sun, a volcano (Chimborazo), a river (Guayas), a steamboat, and fasces, symbolizing various aspects of the nation's geography, history, and values.
Symbolism Categorieshistory
DesignerFrancisco de Miranda (original Gran Colombia design), Gabriel García Moreno (re-established the tricolor)
Has Coat of Armstrue
Related FlagsFlag of Colombia, Flag of Venezuela
Legal DescriptionLaw of September 26, 1860, and subsequent decrees.
Description
The national flag of Ecuador is a horizontal tricolor of yellow, blue, and red, with the yellow band being twice the width of the blue and red bands. In the center of the flag, the national coat of arms is placed, which distinguishes it from the civil flag and similar flags of Colombia and Venezuela.
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