Homberg (Ohm)
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: City / Municipality
Summary
About the place: Homberg (Ohm) is a town in the Vogelsbergkreis district in Hesse, Germany. Located along the Ohm River, it features a rich history centered around its historic old town and prominent castle.
Flag Description: The flag of Homberg (Ohm) is designed as a vertical banner divided into two equal vertical stripes: blue on the left (hoist side) and white on the right. In the center of the flag is the town's coat of arms, featuring a blue shield with a white castle with red roofs standing on a yellow arched wall. Beneath the arch lies the barry lion of Hesse in red and white with a gold crown.
Symbolism: The blue and white colors of the flag are derived from the primary colors of the city's coat of arms and traditional Hessian heraldry. The castle on the shield represents the local historic fortifications and Homberg Castle, while the red-and-white barry lion signifies the town's historic affiliation with Hesse.
Flag Description: The flag of Homberg (Ohm) is designed as a vertical banner divided into two equal vertical stripes: blue on the left (hoist side) and white on the right. In the center of the flag is the town's coat of arms, featuring a blue shield with a white castle with red roofs standing on a yellow arched wall. Beneath the arch lies the barry lion of Hesse in red and white with a gold crown.
Symbolism: The blue and white colors of the flag are derived from the primary colors of the city's coat of arms and traditional Hessian heraldry. The castle on the shield represents the local historic fortifications and Homberg Castle, while the red-and-white barry lion signifies the town's historic affiliation with Hesse.
Statistics
Area
88.00 km²
Population
7,523