Ferros
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: City / Municipality
Summary
About the place: Ferros is a Brazilian municipality located in the state of Minas Gerais in the Southeastern Region of the country. It is situated in a mountainous area with a rich history connected to mining.
Flag Description: The flag consists of seven horizontal stripes, alternating green and yellow. Placed over the stripes is a large white isosceles triangle whose base rests on the bottom edge and whose apex reaches the top edge. Inside the triangle are black Portuguese inscriptions: along the left side (viewer's perspective) the word 'PAZ', along the right side the word 'AMOR', and near the base the word 'PROGRESSO'.
Symbolism: The green and yellow stripes refer to the traditional Brazilian national colors and the natural and mineral wealth of the region. The white triangle symbolizes peace, purity, and echoes the iconic triangle element of the Minas Gerais state flag. The Portuguese words 'PAZ' (Peace), 'AMOR' (Love), and 'PROGRESSO' (Progress) represent the core values and aspirations of the municipality's residents.
Flag Description: The flag consists of seven horizontal stripes, alternating green and yellow. Placed over the stripes is a large white isosceles triangle whose base rests on the bottom edge and whose apex reaches the top edge. Inside the triangle are black Portuguese inscriptions: along the left side (viewer's perspective) the word 'PAZ', along the right side the word 'AMOR', and near the base the word 'PROGRESSO'.
Symbolism: The green and yellow stripes refer to the traditional Brazilian national colors and the natural and mineral wealth of the region. The white triangle symbolizes peace, purity, and echoes the iconic triangle element of the Minas Gerais state flag. The Portuguese words 'PAZ' (Peace), 'AMOR' (Love), and 'PROGRESSO' (Progress) represent the core values and aspirations of the municipality's residents.
Statistics
Area
1,082.40 km²
Population
9,696