Philippines Flag
Flag History
the sun and eight rays represent liberty and was championed by the first eight provinces to revolt against Spain. The stars represent the three major regions: Luzon, the Visaya and Mindanao. The white triangle stands for purity and peace. The blue and red symbolize patriotism and bravery.The flag is the only one in the world to change the position of its colors. In time of war the upper stripe is red and the lower stripe is blue.
Flag Date of Adoption
19 May 1898
Flag Symbolism
two equal horizontal bands of blue (top) and red with a white equilateral triangle based on the hoist side; in the center of the triangle is a yellow sun with eight primary rays (each containing three individual rays) and in each corner of the triangle is a small yellow five-pointed starPhilippines National Anthem
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| Anthem Lyrics |
Bayang magiliw |
| Anthem Lyrics English |
Land of the morning |