South Ossetia
The Flag of South Ossetia
The Flag of South Ossetia
The Flag of South Ossetia Rounded Rectangle
The Flag of South Ossetia Rounded Rectangle
The Flag of South Ossetia Wavy I
The Flag of South Ossetia Wavy I
The Flag of South Ossetia Wavy II
The Flag of South Ossetia Wavy II
The Flag of South Ossetia Brushed
The Flag of South Ossetia Brushed
The Flag of South Ossetia Crossed Flags
The Flag of South Ossetia Crossed Flags
The Flag of South Ossetia Square
The Flag of South Ossetia Square
The Flag of South Ossetia Rounded Square
The Flag of South Ossetia Rounded Square
The Flag of South Ossetia Round
The Flag of South Ossetia Round
The Flag of South Ossetia Scallop Circle
The Flag of South Ossetia Scallop Circle
The Flag of South Ossetia Star Burst
The Flag of South Ossetia Star Burst
The Flag of South Ossetia Star
The Flag of South Ossetia Star
The Flag of South Ossetia Hexagon I
The Flag of South Ossetia Hexagon I
The Flag of South Ossetia Hexagon II
The Flag of South Ossetia Hexagon II
The Flag of South Ossetia Rounded Hexagon
The Flag of South Ossetia Rounded Hexagon
The Flag of South Ossetia Pentagon
The Flag of South Ossetia Pentagon
The Flag of South Ossetia Shielded I
The Flag of South Ossetia Shielded I
The Flag of South Ossetia Shielded II
The Flag of South Ossetia Shielded II
The Flag of South Ossetia Hanging Banner I
The Flag of South Ossetia Hanging Banner I
The Flag of South Ossetia Hanging Banner II
The Flag of South Ossetia Hanging Banner II
The Flag of South Ossetia Hanging Banner III
The Flag of South Ossetia Hanging Banner III
The Flag of South Ossetia Hanging Banner IV
The Flag of South Ossetia Hanging Banner IV
The Flag of South Ossetia Heart
The Flag of South Ossetia Heart
The Flag of South Ossetia Map Pin
The Flag of South Ossetia Map Pin
The Flag of South Ossetia Handheld
The Flag of South Ossetia Handheld
South Ossetia
The Flag of South Ossetia Pole Flag I
The Flag of South Ossetia Pole Flag II
The Flag of South Ossetia Pole Flag II
The Flag of South Ossetia Pole Flag III
The Flag of South Ossetia Pole Flag III
The Flag of South Ossetia V Cut
The Flag of South Ossetia V Cut
The Emblem of South Ossetia
The Emblem of South Ossetia

Design and Background

The flag consists of three horizontal stripes:

  • White on top represents peace and moral purity
  • Red in the middle represents courage and strength
  • Yellow at the bottom represents wealth and prosperity

The design is simple and reflects traditional Ossetian cultural colors.

South Ossetia is located near Georgia and the Caucasus Mountains.

Historical Roots of the Flag

The flag of South Ossetia was adopted in 1998. The colors are based on traditional Ossetian symbolism and cultural heritage.

The region declared independence from Georgia in the early 1990s, and the flag became a symbol of its political identity and self-rule.

If you want to learn more about the region’s political history and conflicts, you can also read our South Ossetia country history page.

Meaning of the Colors and Symbols

Each color on the South Ossetia flag has a clear meaning:

  • The white color represents peace and honesty.
  • The red color represents courage and struggle.
  • The yellow color represents wealth and future hope.

The design strongly focuses on identity, strength, and cultural heritage.

Use of the Flag Today

Today, the flag of South Ossetia is used on government buildings, during official ceremonies, and at local public events. It is also used during political and cultural gatherings.

On this page, you can also explore the flag gallery to see different styles and versions of the flag, including official and decorative formats.

The flag of South Ossetia represents identity, tradition, and the region’s desire for recognition.