Flag of Nepal

Flag of Nepal image

Location of NepalFamous for being the only flag in the world that isn't quadrangular. Two triangles are connected vertically and is said to express the Himalayan Mountains of Hinduism or Buddhism. The white moon depicted on the top is the royal family symbol, while the the sun illustrated in the bottom is said to symbolize the Lana family, which acted as the administration until the mid 20th century. After the direct imperial rule transitioned to republicanism, some have voiced the need to change designs.
The shape of the Nepalese national flag image Himalayas mountains
Moon image Moon, royal family
Sun image Sun, prime minister
Blue image The clear Himalayan sky
Red image National flower rhododendron
Country Data
Area 147,00km²
Capital Kathmandu
Language Nepali
Major industry Agriculture, Light Industry, Tourism
Currency Nepalese Rupee