Description

The flag of Ecuador features three horizontal stripes of yellow, blue, and red.
The top yellow stripe is the largest and represents the country’s wealth and fertile land.
The blue stripe symbolizes the sky and the ocean that borders Ecuador.
The red stripe stands for the courage and blood shed by freedom fighters.
At the center of the flag is the national coat of arms with the Andean condor.
The coat of arms also shows mountains, rivers, and the sun, highlighting Ecuador’s natural beauty.
Adopted in 1860, the flag reflects the country’s history, pride, and independence.
Today, it is a strong symbol of Ecuadorian identity, unity, and heritage.