The flag of the Faroe Islands is an off-center Nordic flag, it is referred to as Merkið meaning "Banner" in Faroese.
Symbolism[]
The white represents the sea and the pure radiant sky of the islands, while the blue and red are the reminder of the bond between the Faroe Islands and other Nordic countries.
The Scandinavian cross design represents the Faroe Islands' Scandinavian culture.
The flag is based on the flag of Norway, but its colors are reversed.
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