What the flag of Ukraine means
Blue and yellow are often said to stand for a clear blue sky over golden fields of wheat. The colours go back to the coat of arms of the medieval Kingdom of Galicia–Volhynia and were first used as a national flag in 1848 and 1918.
Where is Ukraine?
Ukraine is in Europe. The nearest countries in Battuta are Moldova, Belarus, Romania, Bulgaria and Lithuania. Find it yourself on the 3D globe in Waypoint: Europe.
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Questions and answers
When was the flag of Ukraine adopted?
The current flag of Ukraine was adopted in 1992.
What colours are on the flag of Ukraine?
The main colours of the flag of Ukraine are blue and yellow.