Flag of Cyprus
Colors
#FFFFFF
#D57800
#4E5B31
Meaning & Symbolism
The copper map represents the island and its copper industry. The olive branches symbolize peace between the Greek and Turkish communities.
History
Designed in 1960 for independence, trying to be neutral between Greeks and Turks. It is one of the few flags with the country's map.
Curiosities
It is one of only two national flags showing the country's map (the other is Kosovo). The name "Cyprus" comes from the Greek for "copper".
