Flag of Venezuela (GIF)

The waving flag of Venezuela (Animated GIF)

The flag of Venezuela (Spanish: Bandera de Venezuela) consists of three horizontal stripes of equal width, colored yellow, blue, and red from top to bottom. These colors are rich in symbolism. The yellow stripe represents the nation's wealth and resources, including the abundant sunshine that graces the country. The blue stripe represents the vast sea that borders Venezuela and the Caribbean sky, symbolizing the country's aspirations for a better future. The red stripe signifies the bloodshed by those who fought for independence from Spanish colonial rule. Also, inside the blue stripe, there are eight white stars arranged in an arc. These eight stars on the Venezuelan flag represent the eight provinces that initially supported the Venezuelan Declaration of Independence from Spain on July 5, 1811. Overall, the flag reflects Venezuela's history, natural beauty, and its people's commitment to freedom and independence.

Proportion:	2:3
Adopted:	July 9, 1811 (first tricolor), March 9, 2006 (current version)
Designed by:	Francisco de Miranda
Flag image:	Animated GIF (25 frames looped)
Flag emoji code:	🇻🇪

The coat of arms of Venezuela on a waving white flag

The coat of arms of Venezuela is a richly symbolic emblem that reflects the country's history and values. The shield is divided into several sections, each with its own significance. The wheat in the red section represents the unity of Venezuela's 24 states and the nation's agricultural wealth. The yellow section features weapons and national flags tied with laurel branches, symbolizing victory in war and the country's fight for independence. The blue section depicts a wild white horse, symbolizing freedom and independence. Above the shield, two crossed horns of fertility pour out wealth, and the entire emblem is flanked by olive and palm branches, representing peace and victory. The band at the bottom incorporates the national tricolor. Together, these elements celebrate Venezuela's heritage and aspirations.

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

Venezuela, officially known as the "Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela," is a federal republic on the north coast of South America. Its capital is Caracas, and its population is about 28.7 million (2021). According to its land and sea borders, it borders with Barbados, Brazil, Colombia, Dominica, the Dominican Republic, France, Grenada, Guyana, the Netherlands, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, and Trinidad and Tobago.

The waving flag of Venezuela with its coat of arms (unofficial)

The waving vertical flag of Venezuela (Animated GIF)

COUNTRY PROFILE
Capital and largest city:	Caracas
Other major cities:	Maracaibo, Valencia
Official language:	Spanish
Region:	South America
Ethnic groups:	51.6% Mestizo, 43.6% European, 3.6% African, 1.2% Amerindians and Others
Religions:	71% Catholic, 17% Protestant, 8% Irreligious, 3% Other religion, 1% No Response
Nationality name:	Venezuelan
Area:	916,445 km² (353,841 sq mi)
Population:	28.7 million (2021)
Country codes:	VE, VEN (ISO 3166)
Internet Top-Level Domain:	.ve
Calling code:	+58