Country Information
| Sovereign State | Yes |
| Country Codes | UA, UKR, 804 |
| Official Name | Ukraine |
| Continent | Europe |
| Capital | Kyiv |
| Government Type | Unitary Semi-Presidential Republic |
| Currency | Ukrainian Hryvnia (UAH) |
| Calling Code | +380 |
| Member Of | United Nations, Council of Europe |
| Population | Approximately 41 million |
| Total Area | 603,550 square kilometers |
| Highest Point | Hoverla (2,061 meters, 6,762 feet) |
| Lowest Point | Kuyalnik Estuary (−5 meters, −16 feet) |
| GDP Per Capita | USD 3,727 |
| Life Expectancy | Around 72 years |
| Internet TLD | .ua |
Ukraine National Anthem
Shche ne vmerla Ukraina (Ukraine’s glory has not yet perished)
Ukraine’s glory has not yet perished, nor her freedom,
Upon us, fellow compatriots, fate shall smile once more.
Flags of Neighboring Countries
History of the Ukrainian Flag
The Ukrainian flag, adopted on August 24, 1991, following the collapse of the Soviet Union, is a powerful symbol of the nation’s identity and independence. The flag consists of two horizontal bands of equal size, with blue on the top and yellow on the bottom, representing Ukraine’s expansive skies and vast wheat fields.
Historically, the origins of the blue and yellow colors date back to the flag of the Kingdom of Galicia–Volhynia in the 12th century. These colors were chosen to symbolize the natural beauty of Ukraine. The blue and yellow were also prominent in the early 20th century during Ukraine’s brief period of independence after the Russian Revolution and during the Ukrainian People’s Republic.
The Ukrainian flag underwent several changes during the 20th century, especially during the Soviet era when Ukraine was part of the USSR. The current flag was first introduced in 1918 but was banned during Soviet rule. It was re-adopted shortly before Ukraine declared independence in 1991. Since then, the flag has been a unifying symbol during various political and social movements, including the Orange Revolution in 2004 and the Euromaidan protests in 2013-2014.
The colors of the flag have deep cultural significance. The blue represents peace, the sky, and streams of Ukraine, while the yellow symbolizes prosperity and the fertile fields of the country. The flag, thus, embodies the natural beauty of Ukraine and the spirit of its people. Over the years, it has become a symbol of national pride, resilience, and the ongoing struggle for sovereignty and democratic values.
