Flag of Uzbekistan
Flag NameFlag of Uzbekistan
Country NameUzbekistan
ISO 3166-1 alpha-2UZ
Date Adopted1991-11-18
Adoption Statusofficial
Flag Typenational
Aspect Ratio1:2
Primary Colorslight blue, white, green, red, gold
Symbolism DescriptionThe light blue stripe symbolizes the sky, water, and life, and is also a historical color of Turkic peoples. The white stripe represents peace, purity, and good wishes, as well as cotton, a major crop. The green stripe signifies nature, new life, fertility, and Islam. The thin red fimbriations represent the 'veins of life' connecting good ideas and pure thoughts. The white crescent moon symbolizes the new republic and renewal, as well as Islam. The twelve white stars represent the twelve administrative regions of Uzbekistan, the twelve principles of statehood, the twelve months of the year, and ancient astronomical traditions.
Symbolism Categorieshistory
DesignerNot specified (collective effort)
Canton DetailsThe upper hoist (canton area) contains a white crescent moon and twelve white stars.
Legal DescriptionThe Law 'On the State Flag of the Republic of Uzbekistan' was adopted on November 18, 1991.
Description
The national flag of Uzbekistan features three horizontal stripes of light blue, white, and green, separated by thin red fimbriations. On the light blue stripe, near the hoist, there is a white crescent moon and twelve white stars.
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