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Batangas is one of the 82 provinces of the Philippines.
Description[]
The flag has a 1:2 proportion with a charged triband of blue (#23345F), white, and red (#D61625). The escutcheon design element from the provincial seal is placed on the center of the flag.
Symbolism[]
The Flag of Batangas features several design elements, the symbolism for each element is listed below:
- Blue - Peace, truth, and justice
- White - freedom, peace, and camaraderie
- Red - patriotism and valor
Escutcheon (Coat of Arms)[]
- This is the main central element of the flag.
- Three-part divider (Balisong) - Bravery and valor of Batangas' people
- 34 bezants which ornate the handle of the balisong – the five cities and 29 municipalities of the province
- Sun – honors the representation of the province as one of the rays of the Philippine flag
- Galleon - vast waters of the province. It also symbolizes the province as a sea transportation hub, especially through Batangas International Port, the second most busiest seaport in the country next to Manila's.
- Eight waves - Verde Island Passage, as well as the other bays of the province namely: Balayan, Talim, Nasugbu, Pagapas, Tayabas, Sigayan, and Coloconto.
- Horse - Represents independence, freedom, greatness, stability, bravery, victory, heroism, and competition
- Volcano - Emphasis on the Taal Volcano as a geographical landmark of the province.
- Three-part divider (Balisong) - Bravery and valor of Batangas' people
Former Flags[]
Flag of Batangas, 2009–2023.
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Flag of Batangas, until 2009.
Flag of Batangas, 1975.
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