Flag of El Salvador
Flag NameFlag of El Salvador
Country NameEl Salvador
ISO 3166-1 alpha-2SV
Date Adopted1912-05-27
Adoption Statusofficial
Flag Typenational
Aspect Ratio3:5
Primary Colorsblue, white, gold
Symbolism DescriptionThe two blue stripes represent the Pacific Ocean and the Atlantic Ocean (Caribbean Sea) bordering Central America, as well as the sky. They also symbolize the two former federations of Central America. The white stripe signifies peace, purity, and the land between the two oceans. The coat of arms, centered on the white stripe, includes a triangle symbolizing equality and the three branches of government, five volcanoes representing the five former members of the United Provinces of Central America, a Phrygian cap for liberty, a rainbow for peace, and 14 laurel branches for the 14 departments of El Salvador. The motto 'DIOS UNION LIBERTAD' (God, Union, Liberty) and the date of independence '15 de Septiembre de 1821' are also present.
Symbolism Categorieshistory
DesignerRafael Barraza Rodríguez (for the coat of arms)
Has Coat of Armstrue
Related FlagsFlag of Honduras, Flag of Nicaragua, Flag of Guatemala, Flag of Costa Rica
Legal DescriptionThe design of the flag and coat of arms is regulated by the 'Law of the National Flag and Coat of Arms', adopted on September 27, 1972.
Description
The national flag of El Salvador features three horizontal stripes: two cobalt blue stripes at the top and bottom, and a white stripe in the middle. The state flag and ensign prominently display the national coat of arms in the center of the white stripe.
