Last time, we took you through the interesting history behind the colourful flag of Venezuela. We’re back with another story about the colourful flag of Malaysia, and why it features white, red and blue! Read on to find out…

The flag of Malaysia, which was first raised on 16th September, 1963, originated from the flag of the Federation of Malaya. Before the creation of the national flag, each state in Malaya had its own flag, many of which are unchanged in design till date.

A Virgo may be diligent and attentive with a sense of reliability, while a Taurus may be stubborn and dependable. Each birth month determines the identity of an individual, but did you know the month you are born also determines your birth colour? Yes, each zodiac has a colour that matches with personality and mindset of the people belonging to a particular zodiac sign. The colour not just looks adorable to you, but also turns the luck into your favour.

Last time we picked three vibrant shades and told you about their significance in various cultures. It’s fascinating to see how the region you’ve been brought up in dictates the manner in which you look at a particular shade, be it a painted wall or a celebratory dress. This time, we’re picking colours that inherently have a subdued attitude attached to them. The favourite of millions, you’ll still find plenty retractors for Blue, Black and White.

The Native American culture is rich in tradition and history. Since their inception, the individuals who comprise Native American colourful tribes have effectively and vehemently guarded their secrets against the outside world. But one feature of their distinctive culture that has drawn particular attention is the widespread use of colours and the meaning associated with various shades by its citizens.

We spoke about the flag of Ethiopia the last time. We have picked the colourful flag of Sri Lanka this time. Read on to know everything about it…

Pink is for girls, and blue is for boys. This is a statement that few of us will contest. If you see a baby dressed in pink, you immediately know it’s a girl. And this works the other way round too.

This is usually justified by the statement that pink represents daintiness, beauty, warmth, softness, and charm. Blue represents sturdiness, positivity, confidence, and a lot more.

Now take a look at a statement published by a magazine in 1918.

One of the first things one notices when reading about or learning about another country is its flag. So how do these countries choose the colours on their flags? Apart from the colour symbolizing principles, it can symbolize a geographical advantage, an indigenous feature, an element of the history attached to it, or an aspect of its past.

Today, let’s take a look at what colours in flags symbolize:

Flags are an extremely simple way to identify a country or a region. Discover interesting facts about the national flag of South Korea…

Colours convey an idea or a message in a powerful way. Across the globe, the way different cultures see colours varies drastically. Understanding the meaning of colours in different cultures and religions can be useful as it can help prevent misunderstandings among those who may not share the same belief system.  Here’s a look at three colours and what they symbolise in different places around the world.

Colour Stories

The history of Bandhani or ‘tie and dye’ goes back to pre-historic times and has been passed on from one generation to the other. Let us explore more about this colourful and trendy textile art!