Armenia Flag: Meaning and History

Embroidered flag patch — Armenia

The official interpretation of the colors is defined by a 2006 law and states :

History of the flag

After being under Soviet authority since 1920, Armenia declared its independence in 1991.

The current Armenian flag was adopted in 1990.

What do the elements of the flag mean?

  • Symbolizes the Armenians' struggle for survival, the Christian faith, and freedom.

  • Blue embodies the people's desire to live under peaceful skies.

  • The orange-yellow (or apricot) represents God and the hardworking nature of the people.