What the flag of Finland means
The blue cross is often said to stand for Finland's thousands of lakes and its sky, and the white field for the snow of winter. The Nordic cross shows the country's ties with the other Nordic nations.
Where is Finland?
Finland is in Europe. The nearest countries in Battuta are Sweden, Estonia, Latvia, Norway and Lithuania. Find it yourself on the 3D globe in Waypoint: Europe.
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Questions and answers
When was the flag of Finland adopted?
The current flag of Finland was adopted in 1918.
What colours are on the flag of Finland?
The main colours of the flag of Finland are white and blue.