Thailand Flag

Thailand Flag

Flag of Thailand - Description of the Thailand Flag

The description of the Thailand Flag is as follows:

Five horizontal bands of red (top), white, blue (double width), white, and red

According to Ancient and Heraldic traditions much symbolism is associated with colors. The colors on the Thailand flag represent the following:

White - peace and honesty

Red - hardiness, bravery, strength & valour

Blue - vigilance, truth and loyalty, perseverance & justice

All Flag pictures depict flags flying, from the viewer's point of view, from left to right

The shape and flag ratio of the Thailand flag is described as 2:3 ( length 1½ times the height )

The left half of the flag ( viewer's left side ) is called the Hoist

The upper left quarter of the flag is called the Canton

The right half of the flag is called the Fly

The Meaning & History of the Thailand Flag - The three colors red/white/blue stand for nation/religion/king