Nepal Flag: Meaning and History

History of the flag

Nepal has the only flag in the world without four sides.

Its banner is made up of two superimposed triangles representing the Himalayas, the sun and the moon, symbolising eternity.

What do the elements of the flag mean?

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  The Moon represents the royal dynasty.

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  The sun represents the Ranaa family, the country's prime ministers.

• Blue symbolises peace.

• The red illustrates the courage of the Nepalese people.