Blue represents the sky and sea, and white, peace. In the center is the national emblem. The triangular national emblem symbolizes equality under law, and in the triangle is depicted the Phrygian Cap which is the symbol of war for independence and expresses freedom. The rainbow above the Phrygian Cap represents peace. The flag was made official in 1972, from historical reasons, the five countries of Federal Republic of Central America uses similar designs for their flags.
Heraldic emblem in the center - Liberty cap called "Phrygian cap" 5 volcanos and 5 flags - Central America five countries (Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica) Letter of the ribbon - "God, solidarity, freedom" in Spanish |
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Leaves of laurel - 14 states | |
Writing on the circumference - The Central America Republic of El Salvador | |
Pacific Ocean, Caribbean | |
Peace, harmony |
Area | Capital | Language | Major industry | Currency |
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21,000km² | San Salvador | Spanish | Fiber Industry, Agriculture | United States dollara |