Flag of Romania facts for kids

Quick facts for kids
Romania

Use	National flag and ensign
Proportion	2:3
Adopted	July 16, 1994
Design	A vertical tricolour of blue, yellow, and red

The flag of Romania is a special kind of flag called a vertical tricolour. This means it has three colors arranged in tall, upright stripes. The colors are blue, yellow, and red. These colors are very important because they stand for the three main historical areas, or provinces, that make up Romania.

The way the flag looks today became official in 1994. However, people in Romania have been using this design since 1989. The very first version of this flag appeared in 1834, but the idea of using these three colors together goes way back to the sixth century! It's interesting to know that Romania's flag looks very similar to the Flag of Chad.

Understanding the Romanian Flag

What the Colors Mean

The three bright colors on the Romanian flag each have a special meaning.

• The blue stripe is usually on the side closest to the flagpole. It represents the sky and freedom.
• The yellow stripe is in the middle. It stands for the rich fields and the wealth of the country.
• The red stripe is on the outer edge. It symbolizes the bravery and sacrifice of the Romanian people.

These colors together tell a story about Romania's past and its hopes for the future.

A Look Back in Time

The idea of using blue, yellow, and red together for a Romanian flag started a long time ago.

• In 1834, the first flag with these three colors was used. It was a big step towards showing Romanian identity.
• Over the years, the flag's design changed a few times, especially during different periods of Romania's history.
• The current design, with its simple vertical stripes, was officially adopted in 1994. This happened after a big change in the country in 1989.

The flag is a strong symbol of Romania's independence and its journey through history.

Images for kids

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  This picture shows the exact measurements for making the flag of Romania.

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  An early version of the tricolor flag from 1848, with the words "Justice, Brotherhood" written on it.

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  The Romanian flag flying proudly on the Triumphal Arch in Bucharest.

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  Military flags without special symbols, carried by soldiers from the Mihai Viteazul 30th Honor Guard Regiment during a parade in Paris.

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  A military flag designed for the Air Force.

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  This image shows both sides of the special flag used by the Romanian General Staff.

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  A photograph showing the flagpole and the decorative top part of a flag.

See also

In Spanish: Bandera de Rumania para niños