Philippines Flag
National Flag of Philippines
Philippines Flag Display
Quick Facts About Philippines and Philippines Flag
- Adopted:
- Aspect Ratio:
- 1:2
- Capital:
- Manila
- Population:
- Approximately 117 million (2023)
Flag Description
The flag of the Philippines features a horizontal bicolor of blue over red, with a white equilateral triangle at the hoist containing a golden-yellow sun with eight rays and three five-pointed stars—symbolizing unity, independence, and heroism.
Symbolism & Meaning of the Philippines Flag
Blue stands for peace, truth, and justice; red represents patriotism and valor. The white triangle denotes equality and fraternity. The sun signifies liberty, with its eight rays representing the eight provinces that led the 1896 revolution. The three stars symbolize the three island groups: Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao
Historical Background of the Philippines Flag
First unfurled during the Philippine Declaration of Independence in 1898, the flag was banned under U.S. rule before being reinstated in 1946 with full independence. The design, credited to Emilio Aguinaldo, has remained essentially unchanged since inception
Design Elements of the Philippines Flag
A 1:2 flag—blue over red, white triangle at the hoist with a golden sun and three stars. Unique feature: the flag is flown with red on top in times of war. Official color specs: Blue (Pantone 286C), Red (Pantone 186C), and Yellow (Pantone 116C)
Usage & Protocol of the Philippines Flag
The flag must be raised from sunrise to sunset on official buildings and during national holidays. It is flown with red on top during wartime. Desecration is punishable by law under Republic Act No. 8491. National Flag Days are celebrated from 28 May to 12 June
Frequently Asked Questions
What do the colors of the Philippines Flag represent?
Blue stands for peace, truth, and justice; red represents patriotism and valor. The white triangle denotes equality and fraternity. The sun signifies liberty, with its eight rays representing the eight provinces that led the 1896 revolution. The three stars symbolize the three island groups: Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao
When was the Philippines Flag adopted?
The Philippines flag was adopted on 12 June 1898 (reinstated 1946), marking an important milestone in the country's development as an independent nation.
What is the aspect ratio of the Philippines Flag?
The Philippines flag has an aspect ratio of 1:2, which determines the proportional relationship between its width and height for official display purposes.