Country Information
| Sovereign State | Yes |
| Country Codes | KN, KNA, 659 |
| Official Name | Federation of Saint Kitts and Nevis |
| Continent | North America |
| Capital | Basseterre |
| Government Type | Federal Parliamentary Democracy under a Constitutional Monarchy |
| Currency | East Caribbean Dollar (XCD) |
| Calling Code | +1 869 |
| Member Of | United Nations, Commonwealth of Nations, Organization of American States, Caribbean Community (CARICOM), Organization of Eastern Caribbean States |
| Population | Approximately 53,000 |
| Total Area | 261 km² |
| Highest Point | Mount Liamuiga (1,156 meters, 3,793 feet) |
| Lowest Point | Caribbean Sea (0 meters, 0 feet) |
| GDP Per Capita | USD 18,566 |
| Life Expectancy | 76 years |
| Internet TLD | .kn |
Saint Kitts and Nevis National Anthem
O Land of Beauty!
O Land of Beauty!
Our country where peace abounds,
Thy children stand free
On the strength of will and love.
Flags of Neighboring Countries
History of the Saint Kitts and Nevis Flag
The national flag of Saint Kitts and Nevis was officially adopted on September 19, 1983, the day of the country’s independence from Britain. The flag was designed by Edrice Lewis, a local artist, and symbolizes the past, present, and future of the country.
The flag consists of a green field with a red chevron bordered by two yellow narrow stripes and black-edged white stripes. The green color symbolizes the fertile land, red for the struggle from slavery through colonialism to independence, black represents the African heritage of the people, and yellow signifies the year-round sunshine. The two white stars on the black band represent hope and liberty.
The design of the flag reflects the aspirations and cultural heritage of the people of Saint Kitts and Nevis. The two stars also symbolize the two islands that make up the nation. The use of vibrant colors is typical of Caribbean flags, representing the energy and warmth of the people and their environment.
Since its adoption, the flag has become a symbol of national pride and unity for the people of Saint Kitts and Nevis. It is flown on government buildings, used in public events, and represents the nation in international sports and diplomatic occasions. The flag embodies the spirit of the nation, its struggles for freedom, and its optimistic outlook towards the future.
