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Tajikistan

Asia

Quick Facts

Capital

Dushanbe

Population

10.0M

Area

143,100 km²

Density

70 /km²

Median age

23 yrs

Description

Adoption

24 November 1992 (after independence from the USSR, 34 years).
Designed byNo individual designer; adopted after independence from the USSR.

Design & Symbolism

Specs plus what each color and emblem means on this flag — tap an element to reveal its meaning.

Proportions

1:2

Shape

Rectangular

Colors

Symbols & elements

Construction details

Proportions 1:2. Three horizontal bands, red, white (double height), green, with a golden crown surmounted by an arc of seven golden stars at the centre of the white.

Construction sheet

Etiquette & protocol

How the flag should be used and displayed with respect.

Specific rulesTajikistan

  • The flag is honoured on 9 September, Independence Day.
  • It flies on public buildings and at official ceremonies.

Common conventions

  • Keep the flag clean and never let it touch the ground.
  • Never fly a torn or faded flag — repair or replace it.
  • Illuminate the flag if it stays up at night.
  • Never use the flag as clothing, packaging or advertising.
  • Dispose of a worn flag respectfully, not in the trash.
Did you know?

Its golden crown echoes the very name of the people, once linked to the word 'crown'.

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