September 15, 2024
Cyprus and Kosovo are the only countries whose flags use maps of their countries as design elements.
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Flags That Look Alike
A national flag is one of the most instantly recognizable symbols of a country’s identity. Usually people can tell which flag belongs to which country, especially given the prominence of flags at international sporting events, such as the World Cup and the Olympics. Sometimes, however, confusion
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