Top 10 Beautiful Flags In The World 2021

Flags! Those colorful banners flapping in the breeze, representing countries, cultures, and sometimes, just really good design. But have you ever stopped to think which ones are actually, well, beautiful? We've compiled a totally subjective, completely fun list of the top 10 eye-catching flags from around the world in 2021. Get ready for some serious flag admiration!

1. Nepal: The Rule Breaker

Forget rectangles! Nepal's flag is the ultimate rebel, rocking two stacked triangles representing the Himalayas and two symbols that represent the hope that Nepal will last as long as the sun and the moon. It's the only non-rectangular national flag out there, and that alone makes it a winner. Seriously, who needs right angles?

2. Wales: A Dragon's Tale

Okay, a dragon on a flag? Automatic win. The Welsh flag, or *Y Ddraig Goch* (The Red Dragon), features a fierce red dragon on a green and white field. It’s straight out of a fantasy novel, and frankly, every flag should have a mythical creature. Who wouldn't want to pledge allegiance to a dragon?

3. Switzerland: Square and Simple

The Swiss flag is a simple white cross on a red background. While simple, it's iconic. What makes it even cooler? It's one of the only two square sovereign-state flags (the other being Vatican City). Square flags are rare, making Switzerland a true original.

4. Canada: Maple Leaf Magic

Canada's maple leaf flag is instantly recognizable. It's clean, bold, and that bright red maple leaf just pops. Plus, who doesn’t love maple syrup? It practically screams "friendly neighbor" in flag form!

5. Brazil: Order and Progress

This flag is a star-studded globe inside a yellow diamond inside a green field! Each star represents a Brazilian state and there is a motto on the flag: “Ordem e Progresso” (Order and Progress). The quirky design of the Brazilian flag is a conversation starter.

6. South Africa: A Rainbow Nation's Colors

Designed to represent the unification of South Africa after apartheid, this flag is a vibrant mix of colors. It's a symbol of hope, diversity, and a brighter future. The Y shape represents the convergence of different cultures into one nation.

7. Greece: Stripes and Symbolism

Nine blue and white stripes represent the syllables of the phrase "Freedom or Death" in Greek. A white cross on a blue canton symbolizes Greek Orthodoxy. It's simple, elegant, and packed with meaning. What more could you ask for?

8. Bhutan: The Thunder Dragon

Another dragon flag! Bhutan's flag features a white *Druk* (Thunder Dragon) across a diagonally divided field of orange and red. The dragon symbolizes Bhutan itself. Who wouldn’t want to be protected by a thunder dragon?

9. Seychelles: A Burst of Color

This flag is a modern masterpiece of color. The flag of Seychelles features radiating bands of blue, yellow, red, white, and green. No other national flag uses this combination of colors, making it truly unique. Talk about a flag that pops!

10. North Macedonia: A Rising Sun

The flag of North Macedonia shows a stylized yellow sun with eight rays extending to the edges of a red field. This "new sun of Liberty" is evoked in the national anthem. It’s bright, bold, and optimistic.

So there you have it! Our totally biased, completely delightful list of the top 10 most beautiful flags in the world in 2021. Whether you're a vexillology enthusiast (that's a flag expert, by the way!) or just appreciate a good design, we hope you enjoyed this whirlwind tour of flaggy fabulousness. Now, go forth and admire the flags of the world!