Kyrgyzstan
- Region
- Asia
- Area
- 199,951 km²
- Capital
- Bishkek
- ISO
- KG
What the flag means
Red stands for bravery and courage, and it is also said to come from the color of the flag raised by the hero Manas. The pattern in the sun is the tunduk, the roof opening of the yurt used by nomads, and it is said to stand for the homeland, the family, and the unity of the world.
Fun facts
- FlagThe sun on the flag of Kyrgyzstan gives off 40 rays, which represent the 40 tribes of legend.
- GeographyKyrgyzstan’s Issyk-Kul means “warm lake,” and although it lies high in the mountains, it does not freeze even in winter.
- CultureThe heroic epic “Manas,” passed down in Kyrgyzstan, is one of the longest stories in the world.
- CultureThe “kalpak,” a white felt hat, is the traditional headwear of Kyrgyz men.
