Flag of Maldives

History of the Flag of Maldives

The flag of the country was first officially raised on July 29, 1963. However, the Maldives has been under the long-term rule of colonial states throughout its history. For this reason, the flag of the country could not be raised officially for long periods. The flag of the country had a more flat structure until 1949. Afterwards, the country gained full independence directly from British colonialism on July 16, 1965. The flag of the country has been officially used since that date. Since this date, the official flag of Maldives has been used throughout the country.

Maldives Flag Meaning

The official flag of Maldives is prepared on a red background. Over this color tone, the crescent symbol is designed from the green background and white color tone on this background. The red hue symbolizes the country’s freedom, the struggle for independence and the blood shed during this struggle. The green color tone represents peace and freedom, as well as the palm tree in the country. Maldives is one of the countries where palm trees are especially dense. The crescent symbol symbolizes that the people of the Maldives belong to the Islamic religion, that is, their faith.

Maldives Flag Dimensions

We measure the official flag of Maldives perfectly vertically and horizontally. You can use this flag as a table or send flag. You can request us to measure over 15×22.5 centimeters to use the official flag of Maldives as a table top flag. If you want to use it in the send flag style, you can contact our experts to measure your flag over 100×150 centimeters.

Maldives Flag Uses

The official flag of the Maldives is in wide use today. Maldives is among the African countries that attract the most visitors with its riches. Accordingly, the flag of Maldives is used today in huge squares, city centers, state and military areas, interiors of public institutions, hospitals, schools, state ceremonies, military parades in the country.