Flag of the Czech Republic (GIF)

The national flag of the Czech Republic (Czech: státní vlajka České republiky), known as the "Czech Tricolor" or "Česká trikolóra," is a simple and historically significant design. It features two horizontal bands of white on the top and red on the bottom, with a blue triangle extending from the hoist side of the flag. The white color represents peace and honesty, while the red color symbolizes valor, courage, and the martyrs who fought for Czech freedom. Also, the white and red colors are traditional colors of the Czech territory. The blue triangle signifies vigilance, truth, and the historical connection to the pan-Slavic flag. This flag design has its roots in the country's long history, dating back to the 13th century, and it reflects the Czech Republic's commitment to liberty, integrity, and its Slavic heritage.

Proportion:	2:3
Adopted:	March 30, 1920
Designed by:	Jaroslav Kursa
Flag image:	Animated GIF (25 frames looped)
Flag emoji code:	🇨🇿

The coat of arms of the Czech Republic is a rich and historically significant design. It features four distinct quarters, each representing a different region of the country. In the first and fourth quarters, a white lion rampant on a red background symbolizes Bohemia, highlighting the historical heartland of the Czech nation. The second quarter displays a red-and-white checkered eagle on a blue background, symbolizing Moravia, a region with its own distinct history and culture. The third quarter features a black eagle on a golden background, representing Silesia, which has historical ties to the Czech lands. This coat of arms reflects the Czech Republic's complex historical legacy and the unity of its diverse regions, emphasizing the importance of regional identity within the larger national context.

The Czech Republic, also known as Czechia, is a landlocked country in Central Europe. Its capital is Prague, and its population is about 10.7 million (2021). According to its land borders, it borders with Austria, Germany, Poland, and Slovakia.

COUNTRY PROFILE

Capital and largest city:	Prague
Other major cities:	Brno, Ostrava, Plzeň
Official language:	Czech
Region:	Eastern Europe
Ethnic groups:	64.3% Czechs, 25.3% Unspecified, 5.0% Moravians, 1.4% Slovaks, 1.0% Ukrainians, 3.0% others
Religions:	44.7% undeclared, 34.5% non-religious, 10.5% Catholic, 2.1% other Christians, 0.7% other religions
Nationality name:	Czech
Area:	78,866 km² (30,450 sq mi)
Population:	10.7 million (2021)
Country codes:	CZ, CZE (ISO 3166)
Internet Top-Level Domain:	.cz
Calling code:	+420

Keywords: Flag and coat of arms of the Czech Republic (Czech: Vlajka a znak České republiky), GIF

References:

1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flag_of_the_Czech_Republic
2. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Coat_of_arms_of_the_Czech_Republic