Hamburg
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: City / Municipality
Summary
About the place: Hamburg is a major port city and federal state in northern Germany, located on the River Elbe. It serves as one of Europe's largest maritime trading hubs with a rich Hanseatic heritage.
Flag Description: The civil flag of Hamburg is a red rectangular field with a ratio of 2:3, featuring a centered white castle. The castle consists of three castellated towers, with the central tower being taller and topped with a dome and a cross. Above each of the two side towers floats a white six-pointed star. At the base of the castle is a closed gate with black outlines and hardware.
Symbolism: The white castle represents the historical castle and the city's status as a fortified freeman's stronghold. The cross atop the central tower points to the medieval cathedral dedicated to the Virgin Mary, the patron saint of the city, while the two six-pointed stars are traditional Marian stars. The red and white colors reflect the Hanseatic League.
Flag Description: The civil flag of Hamburg is a red rectangular field with a ratio of 2:3, featuring a centered white castle. The castle consists of three castellated towers, with the central tower being taller and topped with a dome and a cross. Above each of the two side towers floats a white six-pointed star. At the base of the castle is a closed gate with black outlines and hardware.
Symbolism: The white castle represents the historical castle and the city's status as a fortified freeman's stronghold. The cross atop the central tower points to the medieval cathedral dedicated to the Virgin Mary, the patron saint of the city, while the two six-pointed stars are traditional Marian stars. The red and white colors reflect the Hanseatic League.
Statistics
Area
755.22 km²
Population
1,892,122