Flag of Hungary
Flag NameFlag of Hungary
Country NameHungary
ISO 3166-1 alpha-2HU
Date Adopted1957-10-01
Adoption Statusofficial
Flag Typenational
Aspect Ratio1:2
Primary ColorsRed, White, Green
Symbolism DescriptionThe red stripe symbolizes strength and the blood shed for the homeland. The white stripe represents fidelity and freedom. The green stripe signifies hope and the land of Hungary. These colors are deeply rooted in Hungarian history, particularly the 1848 Revolution.
Symbolism Categorieshistory
DesignerUnknown (evolved historically)
Related FlagsHistorical flags of Hungary, Presidential standard of Hungary
Legal DescriptionLaw XL of 2011 on the use of the national symbols of Hungary
Description
The national flag of Hungary is a horizontal tricolor of red, white, and green. The colors are derived from the historical Hungarian coat of arms and symbolize key national values and historical events.
