Flag of Türkiye
A red field with a white crescent and star, set toward the hoist.
- Colours
- red
- white
- Region
- Asia
- Adopted
- 1936
What the flag of Türkiye means
The white crescent and star on red come from the late Ottoman flag. Legend tells of the reflection of the moon and a star in pools of blood after a battle. The design was formally set by law in 1936.
Where is Türkiye?
Türkiye is in Asia. The nearest countries in Battuta are Cyprus, Syria, Lebanon, Georgia and Armenia. Find it yourself on the 3D globe in Waypoint: Asia.
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Questions and answers
When was the flag of Türkiye adopted?
The current flag of Türkiye was adopted in 1936.
What colours are on the flag of Türkiye?
The main colours of the flag of Türkiye are red and white.