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| About Flag |
| Design and Symbolism |
The official flag of Ecuador consists of three horizontal stripes: a yellow stripe at the top, blue at the center, and a red stripe at the bottom. The national coat of arms is palced in the center of the flag. On top a golden sun surrounded by the Zodiac astrological signs for Aries, Taurus, Gemini and Cancer representing the months March to July to symbolize the duration of the March Revolution of 1845 that dismissed General Juan José Flores. The mountain of Chimborazo and the Guayas River with a ship are represented in this sheild which symbolizes the beauty and wealth of the country. Moreover the ship has the features of a Caduceus representing trade and economy. Chimborazo is also the highest mountain in Ecuador and is part of the Andes Range. It also bears a condor on top of the shield stretches his wings to symbolize power, greatness and strength of Ecuador. The condor also represents the idea that it will always be ready to attack any enemy. The shield is flanked by four national flags. The laurel on the left represents the victories of the republic. The palm leaf on the right side is a symbol of the martyrs of the fight for independence and liberty. The Fasces below the shield represents the republican dignity. On the other hand the yellow band represents the crops, minerals and the fertility of the soil. Blue band symbolizes the ocean and clear skies of the country. Red band stands for the bloodshed of the martyrs for the independence of their homeland. The flag is very similar to the design used by Gran Colombia and the modern flags used today by Venezuela and Colombia.
| Use: |
National flag, Naval ensign, State ensign. |
| Adopted on: |
September 26, 1860 |
About
Country
| Official
Language: |
Spanish. |
| Currency: |
United States Dollar. |
| Land Area: |
283,560 km² |
| Neighboring Countries: |
Peru, Colombia and it is also bordered with Pacific Ocean. |
| Dialing Code: |
+593 |
| Top Level Domain: |
.ec |
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This page was last edited on 24/07/19
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