Görcsöny
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: City / Municipality
Summary
About the place: Görcsöny is a village in southern Hungary, located in Baranya County near the city of Pécs.
Flag Description: The flag of the village consists of a yellow field centered with a blue shield bearing the coat of arms. The shield depicts a golden pelican feeding its young in the nest with its blood. Below the shield are crossed green branches, and above it is the black text 'GÖRCSÖNY'.
Symbolism: The pelican feeding its young with its blood is a traditional Christian symbol of self-sacrifice, love, and care, derived from local noble heraldry or historical seals. The green branches below the shield represent nature, peace, and hope.
Flag Description: The flag of the village consists of a yellow field centered with a blue shield bearing the coat of arms. The shield depicts a golden pelican feeding its young in the nest with its blood. Below the shield are crossed green branches, and above it is the black text 'GÖRCSÖNY'.
Symbolism: The pelican feeding its young with its blood is a traditional Christian symbol of self-sacrifice, love, and care, derived from local noble heraldry or historical seals. The green branches below the shield represent nature, peace, and hope.
Statistics
Area
18.52 km²
Population
1,500