Can you identify all of these flags?manley099/Getty Images There 195 countries in the world — it makes sense that you might not know every single flag there is. These 11 flags are especially difficult, however. One country’s flag shows a giant dragon, while another resembles the logo of “Star Trek’s” Starfleet.
There are 195 countries in the world, all with their own individual flags that represent their history, values, and culture. Flags. AP/Mark SchiefelbeinBut even though those sound like very personal qualities, there are dozens of countries out there with flags that look incredibly alike.
Others are simply seen less frequently, and thus they’re harder to identify. Others again are relatively new: One flag on this list comes from a country that was only established in 2011. Keep scrolling to see how many you can recognize.
This flag is simple — which makes it all the more difficult to identify. Do you know what country this flag hails from?Blue, yellow, and red are common flag colors. Public domain*****Hint: The country’s name is also a common boy’s name.
The answer is . . .
Chad!A rhino in Zakouma National Park, Chad, Central Africa. Kyle de Nobrega/AP ImagesChad’s flag is extremely similar to Romania’s — so much so that Chad’s president has expressed concern to the UN about it. Romania’s response? “The tricolor belongs to us.
We will not give up the tricolor. “This flag belongs to one of the smallest countries in the world — do you recognize it?The crown should be a giveaway. Public domain*****Hint: it belongs to the only country that’s located completely within the Alps.
And the answer is . . .
Liechtenstein!The Alps in Liechtenstein. Arno Balzarini/AP ImagesLiechtenstein is tiny — only 62 square miles. In 2011, you could even rent the entire country for $70,000 a night.
This flag depicts a giant AK-47. It’s one of only three flags in the world to showcase a firearm. The AK-47 should be a giveaway.
Public domain*****Hint: The country is in Africa. It’s . .
. Mozambique’s flag!A dirt road in Mozambique. Mario Franco/Getty ImagesThe gun represents the country’s fight for independence from Portugal, which it won in 1975.
This looks like the emblem of Starfleet in “Star Trek,” but it’s actually the flag of an island nation. Do you recognize it?The stunning blue color is a hint. Public domain*****Hint: The Caribbean country shares a name with a band.
That Starfleet badge actually represents Saint Lucia. Saint Lucia, an island nation in the Caribbean. Inga Locmele/ShuttershockSaint Lucia is one of the most beautiful countries on Earth.
This dragon’s design is a hint as to what region of the world this country is in. It looks straight out of a coloring book. Public domain*****Hint: Still stumped? The country’s name starts with a B.
It’s . . .
the Buddhist kingdom of Bhutan!Tiger’s Nest in Bhutan. MC_Noppadol / ShutterstockBhutan sits on the Himalayas’ eastern edge. The flag’s design is a reference to what “Bhutan” translates to — “Land of the Thunder Dragon.
“You might think you know this one, but beware. This flag looks extremely similar to two other fellow South American countries. The coat of arms should be a clue.
Public domain*****Hint: This country’s name derives from what part of the world it’s near. It’s Ecuador’s flag! Which is named for its proximity to the equator. The city of Quito.
ShutterstockThe two other countries the Ecuadorian flag resembles are Colombia and Venezuela. The parrot on this flag is only found in this country. The purple parrot is this country’s national bird.
Public domain*****Hint: This country’s name is very similar to another country’s — they are often confused. The answer is . .
. Dominica! Not to be confused with the Dominican Republic. Dominica is located in the West Indies.
ShutterstockThe parrot depicted on the flag is the Imperial Amazon parrot, which is only found on the island of Dominica, which is why it’s their national bird. This flag has a lot going on. The flag features a shield and spears.
Public domain*****Hint: This country gained independence from Britain 50 years ago. It belongs Eswatini, formerly known as Swaziland, one of the smallest countries in Africa. Eswatini.
Themba Hadebe/APIn June 2018, the country’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced that Swaziland will be changing its name to Eswatini. This flag is literally identical to another country’s flag. Simple is key.
Public domain*****Hint: The country is also a city-state. The answer is . .
. Monaco!A harbor in Monaco. Veniamin Kraskov/ShutterstockMonaco’s flag is identical to Indonesia’s flag.
This flag belongs to the newest country in the world. This country is very new. Public domain*****Hint: It gained independence in 2011.
It’s South Sudan, which was established in 2011 when it declared independence from Sudan. Flying the flag in South Sudan. Spencer Platt/Getty ImagesUnfortunately, it’s also one of the most dangerous countries in the world.
This flag is unique, to say the least. The limbs are representative of this region’s shape. Public domain*****Hint: This flag actually belongs to a region, not an entire country.
The answer is Sicily. Cala Rossa in Sicily, Italy. Roberto La Rosa/ShutterstockSicily is the largest island in the Mediterranean Sea and autonomous.
The flag depicts the head of Medusa and three ears of wheat. The three legs are said to represent the three points of the island, which is triangular in shape. Read the original article on Insider.
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