🇪🇸 ES / ESP

Spain Flag Encyclopedia

Spain is located in Europe. Its capital is Madrid. This page summarizes the flag, geography profile, landmarks and country facts.

Capital

Madrid

Continent

Europe

ISO Alpha-2

ES

Spain flag
Spain / Spain

Country Facts

Population
47.5 million
Area
505,990 km²
Calling Code
+34
Currency
EUR €

Landmarks

  • Royal Palace of Madrid
  • Sagrada Familia
  • Alhambra

Flag Meaning

Spain is located in Europe, with Madrid as its capital. This file summarizes its flag symbolism, geography profile, landmarks and core country facts.

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Spain / ES

Deep Study Profile

Spain's red-yellow-red flag is visually distinctive because the central yellow band is wider and carries the national coat of arms.

Flag Design Notes

  • The central yellow band is twice the height of each red band.
  • The coat of arms adds detail, but the red-yellow-red structure is recognizable even at small sizes.
  • It differs from many tricolors by using unequal band widths.

Memory and Quiz Tips

  • Remember Spain by its wide yellow middle band between two red bands.
  • Use Madrid as the capital cue.
  • Compare with Colombia and Ecuador when studying yellow-heavy flags.