The national flag of Algeria is a powerful symbol of the country’s identity, history, and values. It consists of two vertical halves and central Islamic symbols.
Design and Elements
Two Equal Vertical Stripes
Green (left side, near the pole): Symbol of hope and progress.
White (right side): Represents peace, love, and goodness.
Crescent and Star (center, red):
The crescent represents Islam, the main religion of Algeria.
The five-pointed star symbolizes light and guidance.
The red color emphasizes the importance of sacrifice and work for national prosperity.
Meanings of the Colors and Symbols
White: Peace, purity, and goodwill.
Green: Hope, growth, and a better tomorrow.
Red: Sacrifice, strength, and the efforts needed for prosperity.
Crescent & Star: Algeria’s Islamic identity and spiritual guidance.
Official Dimensions
Standard flag size:1.50 m × 0.90 m
The two vertical stripes are equal in width.
The crescent and star are precisely centered between the two colors.
✨ The Algerian flag thus unites peace (white), hope (green), sacrifice (red), and faith (crescent & star) into one national emblem.
