Hamburg-Mitte
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: City / Municipality
Summary
About the place: Hamburg-Mitte is a central borough of Hamburg, Germany, encompassing the city's historic core and major port areas.
Flag Description: The flag features a red field with a white castle centered on it. The castle has three towers: the middle tower is surmounted by a dome with a cross, while the outer towers have battlements with a six-pointed star above each. Below is a closed gate.
Symbolism: Red and white are the traditional Hanseatic colors. The castle represents the historical Hammaburg, the cross refers to the cathedral's Marian dedication, and the stars are traditional city symbols.
Flag Description: The flag features a red field with a white castle centered on it. The castle has three towers: the middle tower is surmounted by a dome with a cross, while the outer towers have battlements with a six-pointed star above each. Below is a closed gate.
Symbolism: Red and white are the traditional Hanseatic colors. The castle represents the historical Hammaburg, the cross refers to the cathedral's Marian dedication, and the stars are traditional city symbols.
Statistics
Area
142.20 km²
Population
301,543