The flag of Hong Kong has a red background with a flower in the center.
Symbolism[]
The flower on the flag is a Bauhinia blakeana, which is a national emblem in Hong Kong. The red background is due to Hong Kong's relation with China. [3]
Nicknames[]
- The White Bauhinia
- 白紫荆花 (Bái zǐjīng huā)
- The Hong Kong Jack (1871-1997)
- 香港杰克 (Xiānggǎng jiékè)
History[]
Hong Kong
(1871-1876)
(1871-1876)
Hong Kong
(1876-1910)
(1876-1910)
Hong Kong
(1910-1959)
(1910-1959)
Hong Kong
(1959-1997)
(1959-1997)
Hong Kong
(since 1997)
(since 1997)
See also[]
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