Country Information
| Sovereign State | Yes |
| Country Codes | UZ, UZB, 860 |
| Official Name | Republic of Uzbekistan |
| Continent | Asia |
| Capital | Tashkent |
| Government Type | Presidential Republic |
| Currency | Uzbekistani Som (UZS) |
| Calling Code | +998 |
| Member Of | United Nations, Commonwealth of Independent States, Shanghai Cooperation Organisation |
| Population | Approximately 33 million |
| Total Area | 448,978 square kilometers |
| Highest Point | Hazrat Sultan (4,643 meters, 15,233 feet) |
| Lowest Point | Sariqarnish Kuli (-12 meters, -39 feet) |
| GDP Per Capita | USD 1,547 |
| Life Expectancy | Around 73 years |
| Internet TLD | .uz |
Uzbekistan National Anthem
O’zbekiston Respublikasining Davlat Madhiyasi
My country, sunny and free, salvation to your people,
You are a warmhearted companion to the friends!
Flourish forever with knowledge and inventions,
May your glory shine as long as the world exists!
Flags of Neighboring Countries
History of the Uzbekistan Flag
The flag of Uzbekistan was officially adopted on November 18, 1991, shortly after the country declared independence from the Soviet Union. The flag’s design reflects the country’s unique culture, history, and natural environment.
The flag consists of three horizontal stripes: blue, white, and green, with thin red stripes separating them. The blue stripe symbolizes the sky and water, vital elements in this predominantly desert country. The green stripe represents nature and fertility, and the white stripe symbolizes peace and purity. The red lines stand for the life force within all living beings.
A crescent moon and twelve stars on the blue stripe are significant symbols in Uzbekistan’s flag. The crescent represents Islam, the majority religion in the country, and signifies the nation’s independence. The twelve stars correspond to the months of the Islamic calendar and also symbolize the historical regions of Uzbekistan.
The history of Uzbekistan’s flag is deeply entwined with the country’s journey to independence and self-identity. The flag replaced the Soviet-era flag, marking a new era in the nation’s history. It is a source of pride for Uzbeks, representing their sovereignty, cultural heritage, and hopes for a prosperous future. The flag’s adoption was a crucial step in establishing Uzbekistan’s place as a distinct nation in the post-Soviet world.