World Flag Encyclopedia

Click any country to see flag meaning, color symbolism, capital, population, and area

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South Korea
대한민국 · KR
📍 Capital
Seoul
👥 Population
약 5,170만
🗺️ Area
100,410 km²
🔤 ISO Code
KR
🎨 Color Symbolism
Red: yang/positive, Blue: yin/hope, Black: cardinal directions
🏳️ Flag Meaning
Taegeuk and four trigrams symbolize cosmic harmony and unity

Population and area figures are approximate values based on public statistics and change over time. Flag interpretations can vary between sources and historical periods.

How to Use the World Flag Encyclopedia

A reference tool covering 40+ countries, useful for travel, geography education, international events, and teaching kids. Click any flag to see its background story and symbolism.

Is there a pattern to flag colors?

It varies, but red often means revolution or courage, blue means peace or freedom, green means nature or Islam, and yellow means sun or wealth.

What do the 4 trigrams on the Korean flag mean?

Geon (☰ sky), Gon (☷ earth), Gam (☵ water), and Ri (☲ fire) — representing the four fundamental cosmic principles.

How accurate is the data?

This is a summarized reference. For exact official proportions or emblem details, please consult the respective government's official documentation.

World Flag Encyclopedia — Meanings & Symbolism of 40+ National Flags

A free reference tool covering 40+ countries across Asia, Europe, Americas, Oceania, and Africa. Browse by continent and see each flag's color meaning, design symbolism, capital, population, area, and ISO code — perfect for travel prep, geography class, and teaching kids.

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