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10 stunning pictures of the UAE’s flag to mark UAE Flag Day

UAE Flag Day is an annual celebration of the country’s flag, its history and what it represents

by Time Out staff
10 stunning pictures of the UAE's flag to mark UAE Flag Day
10 stunning pictures of the UAE's flag to mark UAE Flag Day

The red of the flag represents strength, hardiness and courage, with its position on the flag also thought to be unifying of the other three colours and their meaning.

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Black reflects the strength of the people.

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The green represents prosperity, hope and optimism.

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Flag Day is a day where national spirit runs high.

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The white represents peace, honesty, generosity and purity.

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Around the UAE today, you’ll spot huge displays of patriotism.

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Flag Day is an annual celebration of the country’s flag, its history and what it represents.

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The flag itself symbolises Arabian unity, using the pan-Arabian colours of green, white, black and red.

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The day commemorates and remembers the anniversary of His Highness Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE and Ruler of Abu Dhabi, becoming president in 2004, and is a major part of the UAE’s tradition.

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Every year on November 3, people in the UAE celebrate this national occasion.

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10 stunning pictures of the UAE's flag to mark UAE Flag Day
10 stunning pictures of the UAE's flag to mark UAE Flag Day
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