National Symbols

National symbols intend to unite people by creating visual, verbal, or Icon ic representations of the national people, values, goals, or history.

These symbols are often rallied around as part of celebrations of Patriotism or aspiring Nationalism (such as independence, autonomy or separation movements) and are designed to be inclusive and representative of all the peoples of the national community.

COMMON OFFICIAL NATIONAL SYMBOLS

The Flag of a Nation-state

The Coat Of Arms , Seal Or Stamp of the Land and/or ruling Dynasty

The associated device and/or motto can also be use separately

The National Colours , often derived from the above

emblematic animals and plants/flowers, whether related to the above or not

either the above or more abstract symbols, especially crosses,

National Anthem s, royal and imperial hymns; alongside such official hymn(s) custom may also recognize the national symbol value of very popular songs, such as

The office of the Head Of State , and in case of a monarchy (often to some extent even after its political elimination) certain of its Regalia , such as Crown Jewels

The Father Of The Nation and other Founding Fathers

The Mother Of The Nation and other Founding Mothers

COMMON UNOFFICIAL NATIONAL SYMBOLS

National Myth s about the country's history or Founding

National Epic s

National Dish es

National Dress - this can have a more official character in the case of court dress or military uniforms

National Holiday

National Instrument

Nationalism

National Pastime s

Folk Dance s

Folk Hero

Folk Instrument

Folk Music

Culture Hero

Monuments and Cliches associated with Tourism

National Personification s

Various other National Emblems , including special plants, animals and objects associated with the nation,

in a nation largely stamped by a particular religion, some of its mste revered symbols may be adopted as national symbols (occasionally even officially), e.g. the Patron Saint or equivalent deity, a major pilgrimage site, church or temple

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