The only nation on Earth with a non-quadrilateral flag
Nepal stands alone as the only country in the world whose national flag is not a rectangle or square, featuring a unique double-pennon shape that symbolizes the Himalayan Mountains.
Nepal adopted its distinctive national flag in 1962, combining two traditional triangular pennants into a single vertical stack. The crimson red color represents the bravery of the Nepalese people, while the blue border signifies peace and harmony. Unlike standard four-sided flags, this geometry reflects the jagged peaks of the Himalayas.
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