Flag of Saint Kitts and Nevis
The Flag of Saint Kitts and Nevis comprises three colors – green, yellow, black, white and red. These colors are diagonally aligned along the region of the flag, with the black color dividing the flag diagonally from the lower hoist side, with thin stripes of yellow on either side. The remainder of the flag, i.e. the upper left hoist (triangular) region consists of green whereas the lower right fly (triangular) region is red. The black strip dividing the flag at the center bears two 5-pointed white stars, the distance between them being 16 units. The stars are each inscribed in circles having diameter 4 units.
Symbolism
- Green: The fertile lands of Saint Kitts and Nevis
- Yellow: The sun shining upon the land of Saint Kitts and Nevis
- Black: Representing their African heritage
- Red: Representing the struggle for freedom from slavery and independence
- The 2 white stars: Represent hope and liberty.
