#Luxembourg June 29

We may earn money or products from the companies mentioned in this post.

Yesterday’s contribution to the 30-Day Flags Coach4aday Challenge was on LUXEMBOURG

The flag of Luxembourg is shown below.

June 29th Flag of the Day

The national flag of this country is a vertical triband with a red stripe at each side and a blue stripe in the middle, with a unique symbol centering on the leftmost stripe. 

FAQ about this Flag

1. Previous flags: Prior to the adoption of the current flag, This country had different flag designs throughout its history. From 1940 to 1992, during the communist era, it used a flag with a red background featuring the same symbol in yellow.
2. Historical significance: The symbol has a long history in the country’s culture and was originally created by Zanabazar, a renowned Buddhist spiritual leader and artist, in the 17th century.
3. The Soyombo Symbol: Positioned in the upper hoist-side corner of the red stripe is a complex symbol called the Soyombo. It incorporates various elements, including fire, sun, moon, two triangles representing the male and female principles, and the Buddhist symbol of eternity.

Do you know what country it belongs to? Answer in tomorrow’s post.