Flag of Kazakhstan
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Flag Meaning
The flag of Kazakhstan features a sky blue background that represents the vast sky and the cultural unity of the nation. In the center is a golden sun with thirty two rays that symbolizes prosperity, and beneath it is a soaring steppe eagle representing freedom and independence. A vertical ornamental band on the hoist side highlights the traditional culture and artistic heritage of the people.
Colors & Symbols
Sky blue is the primary color, symbolizing peace, tranquility, and the shared heritage of Turkic peoples. Gold is used for the sun, eagle, and ornamental pattern to represent wealth, abundance, and the life giving energy of the sun.
Adopted 1992
Proportions 1:2
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Country Statistics
Capital Astana
Population 20M
Region Asia
ISO-2 KZ
Neighboring Flags
CHN 
KGZ 
RUS 
TKM 
UZB Flag History
The current design was adopted after Kazakhstan gained independence from the Soviet Union and was designed by artist Shaken Niyazbekov. It replaced the red Soviet flag that had been used for decades. The modern design originally had a red ornamental pattern, but this was changed to gold shortly after adoption to simplify the color scheme.
Frequently Asked Questions
Kazakhstan's current flag was officially adopted on 1992.
Kazakhstan's flag has an official proportion of 1:2.
The bird is a golden steppe eagle, which represents freedom and the high goals of the Kazakh people.
It represents the endless sky and the unity of the different ethnic groups in the country.
It is a traditional national ornament called koshkar muiz, representing the artistic traditions of the Kazakh people.
The sun has thirty two grain shaped rays that symbolize wealth and abundance.