The flag of Latvia (Latvian: Latvijas karogs) consists of three horizontal stripes—dark red at the top, white in the middle, and dark red at the bottom. These colors hold deep historical significance, with the red symbolizing the nation's readiness to defend its liberty and the white representing peace and the hope for a harmonious future. The Latvian flag's design is simple yet powerful, beautifully encapsulating the country's struggles for independence, the desire for peace, and the resilience of its people, making it a strong symbol of Latvia's national identity and values.
| Proportion: | 1:2 |
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| Adopted: | June 15, 1921, February 27, 1990 (redesign) |
| Designed by: | Ansis Cīrulis |
| Flag image: | Animated GIF (25 frames looped) |
| Flag emoji code: | 🇱🇻 |
The coat of arms of Latvia is a symbol deeply rooted in the nation's history and values. The three golden stars above the shield represent the historical regions of Vidzeme, Latgale, and Kurzeme, signifying their unity. The golden sun against a blue background embodies the cherished value of freedom, while the red lion, derived from the Coat of Arms of Courland, represents Courland and Semigallia, and the silver griffin, from the Coat of Arms of Livonia, signifies Vidzeme and Latgalia. These two creatures also serve as supporters of the shield. The oak tree branches at the base of the coat of arms, a national symbol of strength and endurance, are bound by a red-white-red ribbon, collectively embodying Latvia's history, unity, and resilience.
Latvia, officially known as the Republic of Latvia, is a sovereign state in the Baltic region of Northern Europe. Its capital is Riga, and its population is about 1.883 million (2021). According to its land and sea borders, it borders with Belarus, Estonia, Lithuania, Russia, and Sweden.
| Capital and largest city: | Riga |
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| Other major cities: | Daugavpils, Liepāja |
| Official language: | Latvian |
| Region: | Northern Europe |
| Ethnic groups: | 62.2% Latvian, 25.2% Russian, 3.2% Belarusian, 2.2% Ukrainian, 2.1% Pole, 1.2% Lithuanian, 0.3% Roma, 3.6% Others |
| Religions: | 34.2% Lutheranism, 24.1% Roman Catholicism, 17.8% Russian Orthodoxy, 1.6% Old Believers, 1.2% Other Christian, 21.1% Other or none |
| Nationality name: | Latvian |
| Area: | 64,589 km² (24,938 sq mi) |
| Population: | 1.883 million (2021) |
| Country codes: | LV, LVA (ISO 3166) |
| Internet Top-Level Domain: | .lv |
| Calling code: | +371 |
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