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Flag of China

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About This Flag

The flag of China is red with five golden-yellow stars in the upper-left corner. One large star is accompanied by four smaller stars arranged in an arc.

Capital: Beijing

Current flag adopted: 1949

Colors & Design

red yellow

Pattern: Solid Field

Fun Facts

  • The flag was designed by Zeng Liansong, an economist from Zhejiang, and was selected from over 3,000 entries.
  • The flag was first raised on October 1, 1949, during the founding ceremony of the People's Republic.

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