Corumbá

About the place: Corumbá is a municipality in the state of Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil, situated on the Paraguay River near the border with Bolivia. It serves as an important inland port and a major gateway to the Pantanal wetlands.

Flag Description: The flag features a blue field divided by a yellow saltire (Saint Andrew's cross) filled with a narrow red stripe bounded by yellow edges. At the center of the flag is a yellow rectangular panel containing the municipal coat of arms. The shield is divided horizontally into blue and yellow fields, topped by a silver mural crown. Supporting the shield are two brick chimney-like towers with cannons at their base, and below it rests a red ribbon with the inscription '21 - 9 CORUMBÁ 1778'.

Symbolism: The blue color symbolizes the sky and the Paraguay River, yellow represents mineral wealth and sunshine, while red stands for courage and historical struggles. The saltire cross signifies the expansion of municipal administration and strength in all directions. The coat of arms in the center features a mural crown recalling the historic military fortress and a red scroll with the city's foundation date (September 21, 1778).