Flag of Novgorod Oblast | |
Adopted | December 24, 2007 |
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Designed by | (unknown) |
Proportions | 2:3 |
The flag of Novgorod Oblast, Russia, is a vertical tricolour of blue (hoist), white, and red (width proportion 1:2:1). The central stripe (white) is charged with the oblast coat of arms.[1]
Symbolism
- The blue is the colour of loyalty, justice, and stability; of lakes and rivers of the Land of Novgorod.
- The white colour symbolizes yearning for peace, well-being, and happiness; it's the colour of temples and monasteries of the Land of Novgorod.
- The red stands for heroic past of the Land of Novgorod, its anciency, courage, and beauty.