Flag of Peru
Flag NameFlag of Peru
Country NamePeru
ISO 3166-1 alpha-2PE
Date Adopted1825-02-25
Adoption Statusofficial
Flag Typenational
Aspect Ratio2:3
Primary ColorsRed, White
Symbolism DescriptionRed symbolizes the blood shed for independence and the war flag of the Inca Empire. White represents peace, purity, and justice. The coat of arms, featured on the state flag, includes symbols of Peru's fauna (vicuña), flora (cinchona tree), and mineral wealth (cornucopia).
Symbolism Categorieshistory
DesignerJosé de San Martín
Has Coat of Armstrue
Related FlagsFlag of Bolivia, Historical flags of Peru
Legal DescriptionThe current design was established by law on February 25, 1825, and further regulated by Law No. 11323 of March 31, 1950, which defined the civil and state flags.
Description
The national flag of Peru is a vertical triband of red, white, and red. The civil flag (used by citizens) is plain, while the state flag and ensign (used by government and military) feature the national coat of arms in the central white band.
