Greece

About the flag

The flag depicted here belongs to Greece, characterized by its blue and white stripes and a blue canton featuring a white cross. The stripes represent the waves of the Aegean Sea, while the cross symbolizes Greek Orthodoxy, the predominant religion, reflecting the nation's cultural heritage. Greece's flag is steeped in history, with its current design officially adopted in 1822, during the Greek War of Independence against Ottoman rule. The blue color is often associated with the sky and sea, integral to Greek identity and geography. Remembering Greece’s flag can be aided by picturing the serene islands and the iconic blue domes of its churches, which echo the flag’s colors and cultural significance.