World Flags / Brazil
About the Brazil National Flag
The green field and yellow diamond evoke the House of Braganza and the House of Habsburg. The blue globe with stars maps the southern sky over Rio de Janeiro on November 15, 1889.
Brazil — Key Facts
| Capital | Brasília |
|---|---|
| Population | 215 million (2024 est.) |
| Area | 8.5 million km² |
| Languages | Portuguese (official) |
| Currency | Brazilian real (BRL) |
| GDP (nominal) | ~$2.1 trillion USD |
| Independence / founded | Independence from Portugal, September 7, 1822 |
| Flag adopted | 1992 (current proportions) |
Brazil Flag Colors and Meaning
Each color on the Brazil flag carries symbolic meaning. Use this table when teaching geography or designing watch-party displays.
| Color | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Green | The lush fields and forests of Brazil |
| Yellow | Mineral wealth and the sun |
| Blue | The sky over Rio on the proclamation morning |
People and Ethnicity in Brazil
A richly mixed society blending Indigenous, European (especially Portuguese), and African ancestries. Self-identification often emphasizes Brazilian nationality over single ethnic labels.
Geography of Brazil
Occupies nearly half of South America, with the Amazon rainforest, Pantanal wetlands, and long Atlantic coastline.
Economy of Brazil
Latin America's largest economy, anchored by agriculture (soy, coffee, beef), mining (iron ore), manufacturing, and a growing tech sector. Petrobras and Embraer are major industrial names.
- Currency: Brazilian real (BRL)
- GDP (nominal): ~$2.1 trillion USD
Culture
Renowned for samba, bossa nova, carnival, and football. Regional cuisines and festivals reflect African, Indigenous, and European roots.
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