São Tomé and Príncipe
- Region
- Africa
- Area
- 964 km²
- Capital
- São Tomé
- ISO
- ST
What the flag means
Green is said to stand for lush plants, yellow for the sun and cocoa, and red for the struggle for independence. The design uses the Pan-African colors.
Fun facts
- FlagThe 2 black stars on the flag of São Tomé and Príncipe represent São Tomé Island and Príncipe Island.
- GeographyThe equator passes right through Ilhéu das Rolas, at the southern tip of São Tomé and Príncipe.
- GeographySão Tomé Island has Pico Cão Grande, a needle-like tower of volcanic rock.
- CultureIn the early 20th century, São Tomé and Príncipe prospered as one of the world’s leading cocoa producers.
Neighboring countries
No land borders (island country)