Flag of Belarus (GIF)

The flag of Belarus (Belarusian: Сцяг Беларусі; Russian: Флаг Белоруссии) is a distinctive design featuring two horizontal stripes of red and green, with a unique red decorative pattern placed on a white vertical stripe on the hoist side. These colors hold deep symbolism: the red represents the freedom and sacrifices made by the nation's ancestors, signifying their courage and determination, while the green symbolizes life, growth, and the country's rich natural landscapes. The white stripe and its red ornamentation are reminiscent of Belarus's historical and cultural heritage. Altogether, this flag beautifully encapsulates Belarus's history, its connection to nature, and the enduring spirit of its people, making it a powerful emblem of the nation's identity and values.

Proportion:	1:2
Adopted:	June 7, 1995
Designed by:	Alexander Lukashenko
Flag image:	Animated GIF (25 frames looped)
Flag emoji code:	🇧🇾

The emblem of Belarus is a highly symbolic and intricate emblem with a detailed design. In the center of the emblem, there is a green outline of Belarus set against the backdrop of golden sun rays, symbolizing the nation's identity and vitality. The sun is partially covered by a globe, where the landmass is depicted in purple and the waters in blue, reflecting Belarus's geographical location in Eurasia. Flanking the emblem on the left and right sides are stalks of wheat adorned with clovers and flax flowers, representing the country's agricultural heritage and natural resources. A red and green ribbon, mirroring the colors of the Belarusian flag, wraps around the wheat stalks, with the ribbon meeting at the base of the emblem, where the name "Republic of Belarus" is inscribed in gold in the Belarusian language. At the top of the emblem, a five-pointed red star adds a final touch to this richly symbolic emblem. Together, these elements beautifully encapsulate Belarus's history, culture, and national identity, making the emblem a powerful symbol of the nation's values and heritage.

Belarus, officially the Republic of Belarus, is a landlocked country in Eastern Europe. Its capital is Minsk, and its population is about 9.34 million (2021). According to its land borders, it borders with Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Russia, and Ukraine.

COUNTRY PROFILE

Capital and largest city:	Minsk
Other major city:	Homyel
Official languages:	Belarusian, Russian
Region:	Eastern Europe
Ethnic groups:	83.7% Belarusians, 8.3% Russians, 3.1% Poles, 1.7% Ukrainians, 3.2% Other
Religions:	48.3% Eastern Orthodoxy, 41.1% irreligion, 7.1% Roman Catholicism, 3.3% Other Religions
Nationality name:	Belarusian
Area:	207,595 km² (80,153 sq mi)
Population:	9.34 million (2021)
Country codes:	BY, BLR (ISO 3166)
Internet Top-Level Domain:	.by
Calling code:	+375

Keywords: Flag and coat of arms of Belarus (Belarusian: Сцяг і герб Беларусі; Russian: Флаг и герб Беларуси), GIF (Russian: гиф)

References:

1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flag_of_Belarus
2. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_emblem_of_Belarus