Flag of Taiwan
territoryThe flag of Taiwan was adopted on December 17, 1928 to a design by Lu Hao-tung. Red field with a blue canton bearing a white sun. It uses 3 colours: red, blue and white. The official proportions are 2:3.
Basic Flag Information
| Flag Name | Flag of Taiwan |
|---|---|
| Country | Taiwan |
| Official Country Name | Republic of China (Taiwan) |
| Capital | Taipei |
| Continent | Asia |
| Region | Eastern Asia |
| ISO Country Code | TW / TWN |
| Internet Domain | .tw, .台灣, .台湾 |
| Calling Code | +886 |
| Currency | New Taiwan dollar (TWD) |
| National Language(s) | Chinese |
| Demonym | Taiwanese |
| Area | 36,193 km² |
Flag Specifications
| Official Flag Name | Flag of Taiwan |
|---|---|
| Adopted On | December 17, 1928 |
| First Used | 1895 |
| Current Version Adopted | December 17, 1928 |
| Flag Proportion | 2:3 |
| Flag Shape | Rectangle |
| Number of Colors | 3 |
| Main Colors | Red, Blue, White |
| Designer | Lu Hao-tung |
| Design Type | Red field with a blue canton bearing a white sun |
| Official Status | Official Territorial Flag |
Flag Color Information
| Color | Appearance | HEX Code | RGB | CMYK |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Red | #FE0000 | 254, 0, 0 | 0, 100, 100, 0 | |
| Blue | #000095 | 0, 0, 149 | 100, 100, 0, 42 | |
| White | #FFFFFF | 255, 255, 255 | 0, 0, 0, 0 |
Flag Design and Symbols
| Red colour | Represents the Principle of Livelihood and the blood of the revolutionaries |
|---|---|
| Blue colour | Represents the Principle of Democracy, and liberty |
| White colour | Represents the Principle of Nationalism, and equality |
| Blue Sky with a White Sun | The twelve rays stand for the twelve traditional two-hour periods of the Chinese day, and the spirit of progress |
Flag History
| Year / Period | Event |
|---|---|
| 1895 | The design was first used |
| 1928-12-17 | The current flag was officially adopted |
| Present | The flag remains in official use |
| Present | The flag remains in official use |
Flag Dimensions and Construction
| Official Ratio | 2:3 |
|---|---|
| Width | 2 units (hoist) |
| Length | 3 units (fly) |
Taiwan Flag Usage
| Government Buildings | Yes |
|---|---|
| Schools | Yes |
| Civil Use | Yes |
| Official Ceremonies | Yes |
| Sports Events | Yes |
Other Official Flags of Taiwan
| Flag Type | Use | Link |
|---|---|---|
| National Flag | National representation | View flag |
| Civil Flag | Used by civilians | View flag |
| State Flag | Used by government | View flag |
| War Flag | Used during military operations | View flag |
| Naval Ensign | Used by the navy | View flag |
| Air Force Flag | Used by the air force | View flag |
| Presidential Standard | Used by the head of state | View flag |
| Royal Standard | Used by the monarch | View flag |
| Historical Flag | Previous national flag | View flag |
Quick Facts About the Flag
| Flag Age | 98 years old as of 2026 |
|---|---|
| Adoption Date | December 17, 1928 |
| Oldest Version | 1895 |
| Designer | Lu Hao-tung |
| Most Common Color | Red |
| Similar Flags | Samoa, Tonga, Wallis and Futuna |
| Unique Feature | Red field with a blue canton bearing a white sun |
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Facts about the Flag of Taiwan
- The white sun with twelve rays represents the twelve two-hour periods of the traditional Chinese day, and therefore continuous progress.
- The design dates from 1895 and was adopted as a national flag in 1928, making it considerably older than most flags in the region.
- The flag of Taiwan was officially adopted on December 17, 1928. It was designed by Lu Hao-tung.
- The design is older than its adoption. It was already in use in 1895, 33 years before it was formally made the flag of Taiwan.
- The flag in its present form is 98 years old as of 2026.
- Design type: Red field with a blue canton bearing a white sun.
- The official proportions are 2:3. It shares that ratio with 83 national flags.
- The flag uses 3 colours: red, blue and white.
- The red on the flag stands for the Principle of Livelihood and the blood of the revolutionaries.
- The blue on the flag stands for the Principle of Democracy, and liberty.
- The white on the flag stands for the Principle of Nationalism, and equality.
- Blue Sky with a White Sun: The twelve rays stand for the twelve traditional two-hour periods of the Chinese day, and the spirit of progress.
- The design belongs to the "Field with an emblem in the canton" family, shared with 4 other flags in this reference.
- Flags most often confused with it: Samoa, Tonga and Wallis and Futuna.
- Taiwan is a self-governing territory administered by the Republic of China, whose status is disputed, administered by its own government in Taipei.
- Baseball is the national sport.
- The national anthem is "National Anthem of the Republic of China".
- The flag is flown everywhere on 10 October, Double Ten Day.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Flag of Taiwan
When was the flag of Taiwan adopted?
The flag of Taiwan was officially adopted on December 17, 1928, though the design had already been in use since 1895.
What do the colours of the flag of Taiwan mean?
Red for the Principle of Livelihood and the blood of the revolutionaries, blue for the Principle of Democracy, and liberty and white for the Principle of Nationalism, and equality.
Is Taiwan an independent country?
Taiwan is a self-governing territory administered by the Republic of China, whose status is disputed, administered by its own government in Taipei, a status held since 1949, when the Republic of China government relocated to Taipei.
What is the national sport of Taiwan?
Baseball is the national sport.
What do the symbols on the flag of Taiwan represent?
Blue Sky with a White Sun — The twelve rays stand for the twelve traditional two-hour periods of the Chinese day, and the spirit of progress.
Who designed the flag of Taiwan?
The flag was designed by Lu Hao-tung.
What are the proportions of the flag of Taiwan?
The official ratio is 2:3, which makes the flag rectangular. It shares those proportions with 83 national flags.
What is the national anthem of Taiwan?
The national anthem is "National Anthem of the Republic of China".
When is the national day of Taiwan?
It falls on 10 October, Double Ten Day, and the flag is flown across the country.
What is the capital of Taiwan?
The capital is Taipei. The currency is the New Taiwan dollar (TWD) and the language spoken is Chinese.