A country flag is a piece of cloth or other material that represents a nation. It usually has a distinctive design, color, or symbol that identifies the country and its people. Are there any non-rectangular country flags? Let’s find out.
Are there any non-rectangular country flags?
Nepal
Nepal’s flag is the only non-rectangular country flag in the world. It consists of two stacked triangles, which symbolize the Himalayan Mountains and the two major religions in the country – Hinduism and Buddhism. The red indicates the bravery of Nepali people, blue represents peace.
Square flags (a square is a rectangle)
Switzerland and Vatican City are the two countries with square flags. Switzerland’s flag features a white cross on a red background. Vatican City’s flag is divided into gold and white vertical bands with the coat of arms of Vatican City centered on the white band.
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