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What country is the most beautiful flag? Greece has the most beautiful. It comprises two dominant colours, blue and white. The blue represents the country's beautiful skies and the sea, while white represents the purity in the country's struggle for independence.

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National flags represent a lot more than national pride and identity. It is easy to see one travel far, for instance, during the Olympics. They have been fought for, and therefore they represent freedom and the citizens' resilience. For that reason, a silent war continues even today regarding the most beautiful flags in the world. Do not beat yourself if you find your favourite one missing from the list because beauty is and will forever be subjective.

Most of us are naturally patriotic without even knowing it, and that is why we will not think twice before selecting our national flags as the most beautiful, even if they might not be. This may be because of the colours and symbols embedded in them. How then would it be that the ideals, history, pride and even struggle of a country not be beautiful to the natives of that country?

What is the most beautiful flag in the world in 2022?

Throughout history, nations have changed their flags to symbolize the people's resilience who identify with the standard. They serve as a token of pride, especially when their citizens are in an international setting. While most countries would argue that they have the most beautiful flag, we have compiled the top 15 countries with the most beautiful flags. What country has the most beautiful flag? Check out these details. You will also understand why these countries feature in the list.

The most beautiful flag in Africa

Best believe African countries made it to this list. These are the countries with the most beautiful flags in Africa:

1. Kenya

Kenya. Photo: gettyimages.com

The Kenyan flag has been in use since 1963 and could easily pass as the best flag in Africa. A shield in front of two crossed spears is at the flag's centre. These are embedded in a horizontal tricolour of black, red, white, and green. The green colour represents the natural landscape and wealth of the country. The black colour represents the Kenyan people and the African continent. Red is a representation of the bloodshed witnessed in the struggle for independence. White signified peace and unity, while the shield and spears are symbols of Kenya’s defence of all the other elements represented.

2. South Africa

South Africa. Photo: gettyimages.com

Adopted and used since 1994, the South African flag condenses centuries of the country’s history. Though beautifully designed, the symbolism of the its colours has not been explained officially, but it still is one of the best looking flags. It is believed that the black, green and yellow colours were taken from Nelson Mandela’s African National Congress banner. On the other hand, red, white and blue used to be the colours of the Transvaal flag. The Y design of the colours is believed to be about the convergence of several cultures under one nation.

3. Mozambique

Mozambique. Photo: gettyimages.com

The flag of Mozambique is famous because it features an AK-47 to symbolize and remind citizens of the bloodshed during the struggle through which the country attained independence. Nonetheless, this does not stop it from being probably the prettiest flag in the world. It started being used officially in 1983. On the hoist side is a hoe, AK-47, book and star. The book symbolizes the importance of education. The hoe represents the value of agriculture as the backbone of the country's economy. The green colour represents Mozambique's land riches; white for peace, black for the African continent, yellow for the country’s minerals and red the bloodshed during the struggle for independence.

The most beautiful flag in Asia

These are the Asian countries with the most beautiful flags in the world:

4. Malaysia

Malaysia. Photo: gettyimages.com

Malaysia’s flag, popularly known as Jalur Gemilang (Stripes of Glory), has been used since 1963. It features 14 alternating stripes of white and red. It also has a blue canton with a crescent, and a fourteen-pointed star referred to as the Bintang Persekutuan (Federal Star). The white and red stripes represent the 13 states and federal territories of Malaysia. The 14 points of the star symbolize the unity between the states. Its crescent is a nod to Islam, the country's official religion. Lastly, yellow signifies the royal colour of the rulers of Malay.

5. Nepal

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Nepal. Photo: gettyimages.com

Which is the most unique flag in the world? Nepal’s flag is beautiful and unique due to its unusual shape. Therefore, it features among the coolest flags in history. It is not a rectangle. The peaks of Everest inspired its design. There are two motifs, moon and sun, as representations of calm and resolve. Its colour is majorly crimson red, the colour of the country’s national flower- the rhododendron. The outer margins of are blue, which is a symbol of peace.

6. Kyrgyzstan

Kyrgyzstan. Photo: gettyimages.com

Kyrgyzstan was formerly a member of the Soviet Union before the collapse. This country never used its flag until 1992, six months after declaring its independence. It features a bold red background to represent the bravery of the people of the country. At the core is a yellow symbol of a scorching sun to represent peace and wealth. The forty rays around the sun are symbols of the Kyrgyz tribes that formed a union to fight against the Mongols. The inner lines on the sun represent a tunduk, the top part of the Kyrgyz yurt and family home.

The most beautiful flag in the world 2022

These countries which come to mind when discussions about the country with the best flags in the world come up:

7. Australia

Australia. Photo: gettyimages.com

Australia’s flag is beautiful both in appearance and symbolism. It features a strong acknowledgement of the commonwealth through the Union Jack in the canton to the upper-left side. Below the Union Jack is a large seven-pointed star like the commonwealth one. The right-side half are five stars of different sizes to represent the Southern Cross constellation that can be seen from Australia.

8. Argentina

Argentina. Photo: gettyimages.com

Argentina has one of the most beautiful flags in the world and is one of the most beloved by the people it represents. It comprises two light blue (or celeste) bands on the top and bottom, with one white band in the middle. A beautiful golden “Sun of May” stands out in the middle.

9. Brazil

Brazil. Photo: gettyimages.com

Auriverde has been the official flag of Brazil since 1889 and is one of the pretty country flags with lots of hidden symbolism. Its green colour represents the country’s fields and forests. On the other hand, Yellow reminds the people of their country’s wealth in gold. At the heart is a blue colour in the shape of a celestial globe representing the night sky, as seen from Rio de Janeiro. There are tiny white stars that correspond to a Brazilian Federative Unit within the globe. Lastly, the motto Ordem e Progresso (Order and progress) runs across the globe and is an inspiration from French Philosopher Auguste Comte’s motto of positivism.

10. Cuba

Cuba. Photo: gettyimages.com

The Cuban flag was designed long before the country attained liberty. The idea of a free Cuba influenced its design. It was designed in 1849 by Narsico Lopez. Even though he never got to see it fly over Cuba, his work is an everlasting symbol of the country's resilience and the struggle for independence. Its white stripes represent the purity of ideas, while the matching blue stripes represent the three administrative departments of Cuba. The red on the far end represents courage, while the star in the red triangle symbolizes the crown of the newly created country.

11. Greece

Greece. Photo: gettyimages.com

The Greece flag evokes scenes of the country's magical blue waters and scenic coastlines. Even though it might not seem too intricate, its symbolism runs deep. It is more than one of the countries with the most beautiful flags in the world in 2022. The blue represents the sea and the sky. The white symbolizes the purity of the struggle for independence apart from the iconic buildings surrounding the shorelines. The alternating nine blue and white stripes represent the country's motto, “Eleftheria I Thanatos” – meaning “freedom or death”. The cross at the furthest corner represents the country's official religion, Eastern Orthodox Christianity.

12. Canada

Canada. Photo: gettyimages.com

Canada has one of the coolest flags in the world. It is known for its signature red maple leaf displayed at the centre. What do you think the leaf symbolizes?

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The British empire colonized Canada. It attained its flag in 1965. Initially, three designs had been shortlisted, but the current Canadian one was chosen as the best option. Two colours, white and red, characterize it. The maple leaf is an emblem of Canadian identity, representing courage, loyalty and pride. It also features 11 points, 10 of which represent the Canadian provinces, while one represents the country's three territories.

13. New Zealand

New Zealand. Photo: gettyimages.com

New Zealand flew the Union Jack flag for the better part of its history, making it a British colony and dominion. However, in 1902, it launched its new and current flag. However, it still sports the British flag on the upper left canton. The flag comprises three colours, royal blue, red and white. The royal blue matches the ensign of the Royal Navy’s Blue Squadron. The red stars symbolize the country's geographical location in the southern hemisphere. They also pay homage to ancient Maori mythology. As recently as 2016, New Zealand citizens were able to vote between the current flag design and a new one featuring their iconic silver fern – but the original won and remains the national standard to this day.

14. Bosnia & Herzegovina

Bosnia & Herzegovina. Photo: gettyimages.com

Bosnia & Herzegovina might not be the most popular country in the world but probably have the best flag in the world. The beautiful design of the Bosnia & Herzegovina flag is coupled with simultaneous symbolism. It has three colours which are yellow, blue, and white. The points of the yellow triangle represent the three major ethnic groups: the Bosniaks, Croats, and Serbs. The white stars that run diagonally represent the many countries in Europe and thus Bosnia & Herzegovina’s place among good neighbours.

15. The United States of America

The USA. Photo: gettyimages.com

USA’s flag is iconic and rich in history. It is a first among the most popular flags in the world. It has been in existence since 1960, when Hawaii became a US state. It has 50 stars as symbols of the current 50 states in the USA. The 13 red and white stripes represent the initial 13 British colonies that joined to be the first states of the USA. There is no telling whether the flag may change in the future with the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico keen on becoming US states. In that eventuality, its design will have to change to accommodate new stars representing the new states.

What country is the most beautiful flag?

Greece has the most beautiful. It comprises two dominant colours, blue and white. The blue represents the country's beautiful skies and the sea, while white represents the purity in the country's struggle for independence.

Which is the most unique flag in the world?

Nepal has the most unique flag. It is not rectangular like the rest. Instead, it is a simplified combination of two single pennants. Flags are an important part of a country as they unite people and inspire patriotism. They are a symbol of pride and unity and is often revered as something that countries can go into war for. Due to their importance, they are not just pieces of cloth, but they are designed carefully in line with the history of their respective countries. The top 15 most beautiful flags in the world capture aesthetics and deep symbolism. Tuko.co.ke recently published details about the top 10 most powerful countries in Africa in 2020. You should check the list out. The power index determines how powerful a nation is. Therefore, countries with the highest power index feature in this list. Read on for more details.

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