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Flag of the Republic of Uzbekistan

The symbol of the state flag of the Republic of Uzbekistan goes back to the national and cultural traditions of the states which existed in the territory of present day Uzbekistan. The state flag was approved by the 7th session of the Oliy Majlis (Parliament) of the Republic of Uzbekistan.

  • Blue symbolizes everlasting sky and water as main life sources. The color means kindness, chastity, glory and faithfulness. It was blue that the great Amir Temur chose for his state flag.
  • White is the traditional symbol of peace. It represents harmony with daylight and heavenly bodies. This color symbolizes purity and high moral aspirations.
  • Green is the color of the revival of nature. It is the symbol for youth, hope, and energy.
  • The red lines of the flag symbolize life.
  • The crescent moon is associated with the historical traditions of the people and can be considered the symbol of newly gained independence.
  • There are 12 stars on the state flag of the Republic of Uzbekistan. The stars, associated with the traditions of the Uzbek people, are connected with the signs of the Zodiac, which served as basis for old solar calendar. The 12 stars depicted on the state flag symbolize the centuries old culture of the Uzbek people, striving for harmony and happiness.


State emblem of the Republic of Uzbekistan

The state emblem of the Republic of Uzbekistan was created according to the centuries-old national state knowledge of life of the Uzbek people. It was approved by the 10th session of the Oliy Majlis (Parliament) of the Republic of Uzbekistan on July 2, 1992.

The emblem shows the sun rising over the flourishing valley surrounded by garland consisting of blade of wheat on the right and twigs of cotton plants with opened cotton seeds on the left.

The eight-pointed star, symbolizing the consolidation and unity of the country is situated at the top of the emblem. The crescent moon and stars situated inside the eight pointed star are Islam's sacred symbols. The legendary "Humo bird" (which means the "Bird of Happiness) with extended wings pictured in the center of the emblem is the symbol of national rebirth. The composition as a whole expresses the hope of the Uzbek people to enjoy peace, happiness and prosperity. There is an inscription of "Uzbekistan" written in Uzbek language within an image of the national flag on the three colored ribbon of the garland beneath.

Anthem of the Republic of Uzbekistan

A Law "On the National Anthem of the Republic of Uzbekistan" was adopted on December 10, 1992. The country's national anthem symbolizes its state sovereignty.

For two years, many poets and composers took part in the creation of the national anthem. The joint work of Abdulla Aripov, the Peoples Poet of Uzbekistan, and Mutal Burkhanov, the Peoples Artist of Uzbekistan, was voted the best by the session of the Oliy Majlis (Parliament) of the Republic of Uzbekistan on December 10, 1992.

The creators of the anthem said that it should sound solemn, embodying and glorifying the people. Therefore, the melodies and rhythms from the imperishable legacy of the Shashmaqom musical art of the East was used in the anthem. download the anthem (7,50Kb).

My country, sunny and free, salvation to your people
You are a warmhearted companion to the friends
Flourish eternally with knowledge and inventions,
May your fame shine as long as the world exists!

Refrain:

These golden valleys-dear Uzbekistan,
Manly spirit of ancestors is companion to you!
When the great power of people became exuberant
You are the country that amazes the world!

Belief of generous Uzbek does not die out,
Free, young children are a strong wing for you!
The torch of independence, guardian of peace,
Just motherland be eternally prosperous!

Refrain:

These golden valleys-dear Uzbekistan,
Manly spirit of ancestors is companion to you!
When the great power of people became exuberant
You are the country that amazes the world!


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