Flag of Slovenia
Flag NameFlag of Slovenia
Country NameSlovenia
ISO 3166-1 alpha-2SI
Date Adopted1991-06-25
Adoption Statusofficial
Flag Typenational
Aspect Ratio1:2
Primary ColorsWhite, Blue, Red, Gold
Symbolism DescriptionThe white, blue, and red colors are Pan-Slavic colors, representing Slovenia's Slavic heritage and shared identity with other Slavic nations. White symbolizes peace and the snow-capped peaks of the Julian Alps, including Mount Triglav. Blue represents the Adriatic Sea, rivers, and the sky. Red signifies the struggle for independence and the blood shed by Slovenians for their freedom. The coat of arms further symbolizes the nation: Mount Triglav is a national symbol, the wavy lines represent the country's waters, and the three golden stars are a historical emblem of the Counts of Celje, a significant medieval Slovenian dynasty.
Symbolism Categorieshistory
DesignerMarko Pogačnik (for the coat of arms)
Has Coat of Armstrue
Canton DetailsThe coat of arms is placed in the upper hoist side, slightly off-center towards the hoist, but not within a distinct canton.
Related FlagsFlag of Russia, Flag of Serbia, Flag of Slovakia, Flag of Czech Republic, Flag of Croatia
Legal DescriptionThe flag is legally defined by the Law on the Flag of the Republic of Slovenia and the Coat of Arms of the Republic of Slovenia.
Description
The national flag of Slovenia is a horizontal tricolor of white, blue, and red, with the Slovenian coat of arms located in the upper hoist side of the flag. The coat of arms features a shield with a stylized representation of Mount Triglav, Slovenia's highest peak, in white on a blue background. Below Triglav are two wavy blue lines representing the Adriatic Sea and Slovenia's rivers. Above Triglav are three golden six-pointed stars arranged in an inverted triangle, which are from the coat of arms of the Counts of Celje.
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