Flag of Russia: Dutch inspiration
For many people reading this article, the flag of Russia may seem like a new design crafted after the fall of the Soviet Union. In […]
Asia
Flag of Hong Kong: One country, two systems
Hong Kong is a very interesting place for many reasons. It operates almost completely autonomously as a capitalist state even though it is a part […]
Flag of Sri Lanka: Royal outcast
While the flag of Sri Lanka didn’t officially exist until 1815, its roots – the lion imagery – are some of the oldest in the vexillological […]
Japan: Rich history, uncertain future
Japan’s flag, known as the Hinomaru, is a world renowned classic due to its simple yet bold design. Even though it is based on symbolism […]
Nepal: A “living fossil”
The flag of Nepal is arguably the most unique national flag in the world, being that it is the only non-rectangular national flag. With a […]
