Flags of the World - FlagsDB.com

Welcome to the resource dedicated to all the flags of the world! Here you can find detailed information about each flag, its history, symbolism, and meaning. For your convenience, the flags are grouped by continent, namely: Europe, Asia, North America, South America, Oceania, and Africa. In addition, below is a map of the world, where each country is colored with its national flag, which allows you to immediately see the symbols of different countries and easily navigate their location.

A little information about each of the 6 continents:

• Africa - the total area of the continent is about 30.37 million km², and the population is more than 1.4 billion people (as of 2023). The continent consists of more than 50 countries, the largest of which is Algeria, whose flag combines green and white colors, as well as a red star and a crescent moon symbolizing Islam and independence. Algeria covers 2.38 million km², which is approximately 7.8% of the total area of Africa;
• Asia is the most populated continent with about 50 countries. The continent has an area of about 44.58 million km² and a population of more than 4.7 billion people (estimated for 2023). The largest country by area, China has one of the most recognizable flags, where the red background symbolizes revolution and the yellow stars symbolize the unity of the people. Its area is 9.6 million km², which is approximately 21.5% of Asia;
• Europe - includes more than 40 countries, covers a total area of 10.18 million km², with a population of about 750 million people (2023). The largest country by area is Russia, whose flag consists of three horizontal stripes: white, blue, and red, symbolizing national unity and traditions. Russia has an area of 17.1 million km², but the Eurasian part of Russia covers about 4 million km², which is about 39% of the area of Europe;
• North America - the continent has 23 countries, including the Caribbean islands. The United States stands out as the most populous and influential country. Its flag, known as the Stars and Stripes, symbolizes 50 states and 13 former colonies. The continent covers an area of about 24.71 million km², with a population of more than 600 million people (estimated for 2023). The largest country by area is Canada, with an area of 9.98 million km², which is approximately 40.4% of North America;
• South America - the continent has an area of approximately 17.84 million km² and a population of about 430 million people (as of 2023). The largest country by area is Brazil, which covers 8.51 million km², which is about 47.7% of South America. The green and yellow flag of Brazil symbolizes its natural resources and wealth, and the blue ball of stars symbolizes unity and peace;
• Oceania is a continent encompassing Australia and many Pacific islands, with an area of about 8.53 million km² and a population of 44 million people (2023). Australia is the largest country on the continent (7.69 million km²). Its flag has a blue background with the British cantonal flag and stars representing the constellation of the Southern Cross.

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