Eger
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: City / Municipality
Summary
About the place: Eger is a historical city in northern Hungary and the county seat of Heves County. It is well known for its castle, Baroque architecture, thermal baths, and wine production.
Flag Description: The flag consists of two horizontal bands, red on top and blue on the bottom. In the center is the coat of arms of Eger within a decorative golden frame. The shield depicts a silver city wall on a green base, a standing white unicorn, a bird with an open book, a sword entwined with a serpent, and a radiant sun at the top.
Symbolism: The coat of arms reflects the rich history and episcopal tradition of Eger. The city walls recall the famous defense of the castle, the bird with the open book symbolizes education and wisdom, the sword with the serpent represents justice and medicine, and the unicorn stands for purity and strength.
Flag Description: The flag consists of two horizontal bands, red on top and blue on the bottom. In the center is the coat of arms of Eger within a decorative golden frame. The shield depicts a silver city wall on a green base, a standing white unicorn, a bird with an open book, a sword entwined with a serpent, and a radiant sun at the top.
Symbolism: The coat of arms reflects the rich history and episcopal tradition of Eger. The city walls recall the famous defense of the castle, the bird with the open book symbolizes education and wisdom, the sword with the serpent represents justice and medicine, and the unicorn stands for purity and strength.
Statistics
Area
92.24 km²
Population
49,499