Flag of Italy (GIF)

The flag of Italy (Italian: Bandiera d'Italia), known as the "Tricolore," is a simple yet powerful design featuring three vertical stripes of equal width: green on the left, white in the middle, and red on the right. These colors hold deep symbolism, with green symbolizing hope and the Italian landscape, white representing peace and purity, and red symbolizing valor and the bloodshed in the struggle for independence and unification. The Tricolore has been a symbol of Italy's unity and identity since the 19th century, when the country was unified, making it not only a representation of the nation's history but also a testament to its enduring commitment to freedom, peace, and prosperity.

Proportion:	2:3
Adopted:	June 18, 1946
Flag image:	Animated GIF (25 frames looped)
Flag emoji code:	🇮🇹

The emblem of Italy on a waving white flag

The emblem of Italy features a five-pointed white star enclosed within a cogwheel, all of which is surrounded by a wreath of olive and oak branches. This emblem has several symbolic elements: the white star,a traditional symbol of Italy, represents Italy itself and its unity; the cogwheel symbolizes labor and industry; the olive branches signify peace and harmony; and the oak branch symbolizes Italian strength and dignity. The combination of these elements in Italy's emblem reflects the nation's commitment to unity, hard work, and the pursuit of peace, making it a powerful representation of the country's values and aspirations.

The Italian flag is waving on a flagpole rising from the globe.

Italy, officially known as the Republic of Italy, is a sovereign state in Europe. Its capital is Rome, and its population is about 59.07 million (2021). According to its land and sea borders, it borders with Albania, Algeria, Austria, Croatia, France, Greece, Libya, Malta, Montenegro, San Marino, Slovenia, Spain, Switzerland, Tunisia, and Vatican City.

The waving flag of Italy with its emblem (unofficial)

The waving vertical flag of Italy (Animated GIF)

COUNTRY PROFILE
Capital and largest city:	Rome
Other major cities:	Milan, Naples, Turin, Palermo, Genoa
Official language:	Italian
Region:	Southern Europe
Ethnic groups:	91.5% Italians, 8.5% Others
Religions:	74.4% Catholic Church, 22.6% Irreligious, 3.0% Others
Nationality name:	Italian
Area:	301,340 km² (116,350 sq mi)
Population:	59.07 million (2021)
Country codes:	IT, ITA (ISO 3166)
Internet Top-Level Domain:	.it
Calling code:	+39