Juazeiro do Norte

About the place: Juazeiro do Norte is a major city in the south-central region of the Brazilian state of Ceará, located in the Cariri region. It is widely known as one of the largest pilgrimage centers in Brazil, closely associated with the religious figure Father Cícero.

Flag Description: The flag is divided by a white diagonal saltire (white stripes extending from the corners) into four triangular sections: the top and hoist-side fields are light blue, while the bottom and fly-side fields are yellow. In the center lies a white rectangle featuring the municipal coat of arms. The coat of arms consists of a blue shield with a yellow inner field containing a green plant (juazeiro), supported by two red lions. The shield is surmounted by a silver mural crown with four visible towers, and below it is a blue scroll bearing the white text '1827 JUAZEIRO DO NORTE 1911'.

Symbolism: The blue color represents the sky and loyalty, while yellow symbolizes the region's wealth and sunshine. The white diagonal stripes forming a saltire evoke the Christian faith of the population and the city's pilgrimage heritage. The central coat of arms features the juazeiro tree from which the city takes its name, the red lions represent courage and strength, and the dates on the scroll mark key historical milestones (the creation of the district in 1827 and its municipal emancipation in 1911).