Flag of Antioquia Department
| Use | Civil and state flag |
|---|---|
| Proportion | 2:3 |
| Adopted | December 10, 1962 |
| Design | A horizontal bicolour of white and green. |
The Flag of the Department of Antioquia is the flag symbol of the Colombian Department of Antioquia.[1]
The flag originated in the University of Antioquia but it was not officially established as symbol of Antioquia until 1962 by ordinance of the Government of Antioquia Department.[2][3]
The flag has two equal horizontal stripes. The top white stripe symbolizes purity, integrity, obedience, eloquence and triumph. The lower green stripe is a symbol of mountains, hope, wealth, faith, service and respect.
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