Overview:

National Flag Square is the largest flag square in the world, located in central Baku, Azerbaijan. The square covers an area of 60 hectares, and is home to the world's tallest flagpole, standing at a height of 162 metres. The flagpole holds the flag of Azerbaijan, which measures 70 x 35 metres. The square was opened in 2010 with a large celebration attended by government officials and citizens of Azerbaijan. The construction of the square was part of the country's National Concept for territorial development in an effort to modernize Baku and enhance its infrastructure. The square is a popular tourist attraction, and has become a recognisable symbol of Baku and the country of Azerbaijan. It is one of the most beautiful monuments in Azerbaijan
Prominent Features:

, the national flag is composed of three equal horizontal stripes of blue, red and green. It also features a white crescent and eightpointed star in the center of the red stripe. The blue stripe symbolizes Azerbaijan's Turkic heritage, the red symbolizes progress, and the green symbolizes Islam. The white crescent and star represent the nation's independence and might. You can learn history, culture, and heritage through these magnificent monuments in Azerbaijan.

History:

The National Flag Square is a large city square located in Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan. It was completed in 2010 to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Azerbaijan's independence from the Soviet Union. Its main feature is the world's largest flag atop a flagpole that is 162 meters (531 feet) tall. The flag is the symbol of Azerbaijan's independence and is seen across the city. The square is located on the seafront of the Caspian Sea, overlooking the city and the Flag of Azerbaijan flown high in the sky. The idea to create a monument to commemorate Azerbaijan's independence was introduced by president Heydar Aliyev in 1998, and the project was designed by Azerbaijani architect Azad Babayev. The square was built and a grandiose opening ceremony was held on September 1, 2010, a national holiday which marks the adoption of the Constitution of the Azerbaijan Republic. During the ceremony, hundreds of thousands of people gathered to witness the unveiling of the gigantic flag atop a five-clawed golden eagle, which is Azerbaijan's national symbol. The square was officially named National Flag Square during the opening ceremony. The square is believed to have been named after the national flag of Azerbaijan. The blue, white and green of the Azerbaijani flag are represented on the square, with blue dominating the coastline and green and white being represented in the grassy areas. Additionally, the flagpole is decorated in a star and crescent design, which is a symbol for the Muslim faith, of which Azerbaijan is a majority. The National Flag Square is a popular destination for tourists visiting Baku. It is a great place to take photographs and pay your respects to the country's independence. The square is also used for concerts and other public events. In 2012, the National Flag Square was awarded the Guinness Book of World Records title for being the highest flag in the world. Visit one of the famous monuments of Azerbaijan with your friends and family.

Interesting facts:

1. The National Flag Square is located in the center of Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan, and is considered one of the world’s largest flag squares. 2. The Flag Square has an area of over 60,000 square meters and stands at a height of 125 meters. 3. The flagpole on the National Flag Square is the tallest in the world, standing at a height of 162 meters with a total width of 70 centimeters. 4. The flagpole was installed in 2010 and is made of metal and is constructed on a concrete foundation that reaches to the bottom of the Caspian Sea. 5. On December 1, 2018, the Azerbaijani national flag was flown at maximum height for a Guinness World Record and spread across an area of 35,000 square meters. 6. The flagpole is illuminated by 2,000 LED lighting fixtures, making it visible from a long distance even during the night. 7. At the base of the flagpole is the Azerbaijan Carpet Museum, which displays over 4,000 carpets from the 18th and 19th centuries. One of the historical monuments of Azerbaijan, it tells the story of a bygone era