Braunschweig
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: City / Municipality
Summary
About the place: Braunschweig is a major city in the German state of Lower Saxony, located north of the Harz mountains. It is historically known as the residence of Henry the Lion and as an important center for science and research.
Flag Description: The flag consists of two horizontal bands, red on top and white on the bottom. In the center is the city's coat of arms, featuring a silver shield with a black outline bearing a red lion rampant with black claws and teeth.
Symbolism: Red and white are the traditional city colors of Braunschweig. The red lion in the city arms refers to Henry the Lion and serves as a historical symbol of the city's power and independence.
Flag Description: The flag consists of two horizontal bands, red on top and white on the bottom. In the center is the city's coat of arms, featuring a silver shield with a black outline bearing a red lion rampant with black claws and teeth.
Symbolism: Red and white are the traditional city colors of Braunschweig. The red lion in the city arms refers to Henry the Lion and serves as a historical symbol of the city's power and independence.
Statistics
Area
192.17 km²
Population
251,804