Flag of Peru
Three vertical bands of red, white and red; the state flag adds the coat of arms in the centre.
- Colours
- red
- white
- Region
- South America
- Adopted
- 1825
What the flag of Peru means
Legend says José de San Martín chose red and white after seeing a flight of flamingos with red wings and white breasts. Red stands for the blood shed for independence and white for peace. The state flag carries the coat of arms.
Where is Peru?
Peru is in South America. The nearest countries in Battuta are Ecuador, Bolivia, Colombia, Venezuela and Panama. Find it yourself on the 3D globe in Waypoint: South America.
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Questions and answers
When was the flag of Peru adopted?
The current flag of Peru was adopted in 1825.
What colours are on the flag of Peru?
The main colours of the flag of Peru are red and white.