Argentina is a country which is on the South American continent and boasts a rich history and original traditions.National symbols are a very high high esteem in this country.His coat of arms and flag of Argentina believes something more than state symbols.Through them, it demonstrates to the world the diversity of its culture and reveals the unique spirit of freedom.Even the national soccer team of the country called "Alba Celeste", which translates to as "white-blue."
General description
The national flag is rectangular in shape, length and width of which are mapped as two to one.The cloth consists of three equal height strips arranged horizontally.The two extremes of them are made in a light blue color.With regard to the median line, it is white.In the center of the flag of Argentina (located below the photo) coated yellow image of the May sun.It is considered one of the national symbols of the country and marks the revolutionary events of May.
story of
The national flag of the South American country was first officially recognized in 1812.It should be noted that the version differed from the modern version of the lack of drawings on a white band.It should be noted that one and the other the flag of Argentina of today is an active symbol.Version of the sun is known as the official symbol of the ceremonial, and without it - has the status of a celebratory cloth.The fundamental difference in their use is that in the former case, the flag always rises above.
An interesting historical fact is that the right to use the version with the image of the sun for a long time were exclusively governmental, provincial and national organizations.As for individuals, they were allowed to use only the flag without his image.This situation has even been approved at the governmental level, a special legislative act that was repealed in 1985.
Symbolism
According to the most common version, the Argentine flag symbolizes the white snow of the Andes and the blue sky country.At the same time, some historians argue that it is this combination of colors used by the Bourbon dynasty.There is also a third version.It boils down to the fact that the colors of the Argentine national character connected with the clothing of the Virgin Mary.It should be noted an unofficial interpretation of symbols.In particular, the blue color in Argentina, it often means the main river - La Plata, and the white color - silver, which is named in honor of the entire state.The sun at this historic symbol of the god of the Incas.
June 20
Flag of Argentina is so respected in the state, in the country there is even a national holiday, which is dedicated to him.It is celebrated on 20 June.The fact that it was on this day in 1820 died its author - Manuel Belgrano.Moreover, in the hometown of the man (Rosario), he is celebrated for an entire week.It should be noted here that the flag of Argentina even has its own monument, than can not boast of national symbols of many other countries.
national emblem in the background for a national coat of arms used by the colors of the flag.On it is shown shaking hands near the Phrygian cap, which is considered a symbol of prosperity, equality and freedom.The top of the cap hanging on one side, and he is rounded.In the same symbol used by some tribes that have long inhabited the area.In addition, the coat of arms is placed the symbol of the nation - the rising sun, and he was decorated with oak branches.
