Izegem
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: City / Municipality
Summary
About the place: Izegem is a Belgian city located in the province of West Flanders, in the Flemish Region. It is historically renowned for its footwear and brush-making industries.
Flag Description: The flag consists of a white field divided into four quarters by a centered black cross. Each of the four white quarters contains three black merlettes (heraldic birds without beaks and legs). In the upper hoist (top left) and lower fly (bottom right) quarters, two merlettes are placed at the top and one below on the left. In the upper fly (top right) and lower hoist (bottom left) quarters, two merlettes are placed at the top and one below on the right.
Symbolism: The flag is banner of arms derived from the historical coat of arms of the Lords of Izegem. The black cross on a white field accompanied by twelve merlettes represents the traditional heraldic identity of the local noble lineage and the city.
Flag Description: The flag consists of a white field divided into four quarters by a centered black cross. Each of the four white quarters contains three black merlettes (heraldic birds without beaks and legs). In the upper hoist (top left) and lower fly (bottom right) quarters, two merlettes are placed at the top and one below on the left. In the upper fly (top right) and lower hoist (bottom left) quarters, two merlettes are placed at the top and one below on the right.
Symbolism: The flag is banner of arms derived from the historical coat of arms of the Lords of Izegem. The black cross on a white field accompanied by twelve merlettes represents the traditional heraldic identity of the local noble lineage and the city.
Statistics
Area
25.48 km²
Population
38,800