Flag of Tajikistan
Flag NameFlag of Tajikistan
Country NameTajikistan
ISO 3166-1 alpha-2TJ
Date Adopted1992-11-24
Adoption Statusofficial
Flag Typenational
Aspect Ratio1:2
Primary ColorsRed, White, Green, Gold
Symbolism DescriptionThe red stripe symbolizes the unity of the nation, the sun, and victory, also representing the sacrifices made for independence. The white stripe represents purity, morality, cotton (a major agricultural product), and the snow and ice of the country's mountains, as well as peace and prosperity. The green stripe symbolizes the fertility of the land, agriculture, and the country's natural beauty. The golden crown and seven stars in the center of the white stripe are a prominent national symbol. The crown represents the Tajik people (derived from 'tajvar', meaning 'crowned'), and the seven stars are said to represent the seven historical regions of Tajikistan or the seven virtues/levels of heaven in Persian mythology, signifying happiness and perfection.
Symbolism Categorieshistory
Related FlagsFlag of the Tajik SSR
Legal DescriptionThe design and symbolism of the flag are legally defined by the Law of the Republic of Tajikistan 'On the State Flag of the Republic of Tajikistan'.
Description
The national flag of Tajikistan features a horizontal tricolor of red, white, and green. The red stripe is at the top, the white stripe is in the middle and is 1.5 times wider than the other two, and the green stripe is at the bottom. Centered on the white stripe is a golden emblem consisting of a crown surmounted by an arc of seven five-pointed stars.
