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Flag of Mauritania

Although the nation attained independence from France in 1960, the current flag was established the year before, in 1959. The green color, the new moon, and star are all symbols of Islam and express that the national religion is Islam. It is also said that they express hopes for bright future and for the green development of the desert regions. The yellow color represents the Sahara Desert.

Location of Mauritania

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Meaning of Flag Design and Colors

Moon and star image Islamic symbol
Yellow image Sahara
Green image Islamic symbol, Hope for the green development of the desert regions

Country Data

Area Capital Language Major industry Currency
1,026,000km² Nouakchott Arabic Agriculture and Livestock Farming Ouguiya