UNESCO Flag
International Organisation FlagsThe flag of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization.
Basic Flag Information
| Flag Name | UNESCO Flag |
|---|---|
| Category | International Organisation Flags |
| Adopted On | 1954 |
| Flag Proportion | 2:3 |
| Flag Shape | Rectangle |
| Number of Colors | 2 |
| Main Colors | UNESCO Blue, White |
| Design Type | Blue field with a stylised temple |
Flag Color Information
| Color | Appearance | HEX Code |
|---|---|---|
| UNESCO Blue | #0077D4 | |
| White | #FFFFFF |
Flag Design and Symbols
| UNESCO Blue colour | Represents the field |
|---|---|
| White colour | Represents the temple emblem |
| Greek temple | Classical learning and the cultural heritage the organisation protects; the columns spell out the letters of its name |
Facts about the Flag of UNESCO Flag
- The emblem is a stylised classical temple whose columns are formed from the organisation's initials, a design that has been in use since 1954.
- The flag of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization.
- The flag belongs to the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization. It is used worldwide.
- It was founded on 16 November 1945.
- It is based in Paris.
- It has 194 member states.
- The flag was adopted in 1954.
- The design is 72 years old as of 2026.
- Construction: Blue field with a stylised temple.
- It is normally drawn to a ratio of 2:3, which makes it rectangular.
- The flag uses 2 colours: UNESCO Blue and white.
- The UNESCO Blue stands for the field.
- The white stands for the temple emblem.
- Greek temple: Classical learning and the cultural heritage the organisation protects; the columns spell out the letters of its name.
- The emblem is a stylised Greek temple, whose columns spell out the organisation's initials.
- It is filed here under International Organisation Flags, one of the categories of flag that belong to no country.
Frequently asked questions about the UNESCO Flag
What is the UNESCO Flag?
The flag of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization.
Whose flag is the UNESCO Flag?
It is the flag of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization, used worldwide.
When was the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization founded?
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization was founded on 16 November 1945.
When was the UNESCO Flag adopted?
The UNESCO Flag was adopted in 1954.
What do the colours of the UNESCO Flag mean?
UNESCO Blue for the field and white for the temple emblem.
What do the symbols on the UNESCO Flag mean?
Greek temple — Classical learning and the cultural heritage the organisation protects; the columns spell out the letters of its name.
Where is it based and how large is it?
It is based in Paris and it has 194 member states.
What are the proportions of the UNESCO Flag?
It is normally drawn to a ratio of 2:3, which makes it rectangular.
What else is worth knowing about the UNESCO Flag?
The emblem is a stylised Greek temple, whose columns spell out the organisation's initials.
Is the UNESCO Flag a national flag?
No. It is not the flag of any sovereign state and is listed here under International Organisation Flags.
