Laguna
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: City / Municipality
Summary
About the place: Laguna is a historic coastal municipality located in the state of Santa Catarina in southern Brazil. The city is famous as the birthplace of Anita Garibaldi, its historic colonial architecture, and its unique cooperative fishing with wild dolphins.
Flag Description: The flag consists of three horizontal stripes of equal width: top green, middle white, and bottom yellow. Centered on the flag is the full coat of arms of the municipality of Laguna, featuring a multi-part shield with historical symbols, a golden mural crown on top, two supporters on the sides, and a blue ribbon with the Latin motto 'AD REPUBLICA INDICANDAM' at the bottom.
Symbolism: The horizontal stripes represent the national colors of Brazil and the region's natural wealth. The coat of arms in the center references the city's rich history as one of the oldest settlements in Santa Catarina, its strategic military importance, the proclamation of the Juliana Republic in 1839, and its local defenders and historical figures.
Flag Description: The flag consists of three horizontal stripes of equal width: top green, middle white, and bottom yellow. Centered on the flag is the full coat of arms of the municipality of Laguna, featuring a multi-part shield with historical symbols, a golden mural crown on top, two supporters on the sides, and a blue ribbon with the Latin motto 'AD REPUBLICA INDICANDAM' at the bottom.
Symbolism: The horizontal stripes represent the national colors of Brazil and the region's natural wealth. The coat of arms in the center references the city's rich history as one of the oldest settlements in Santa Catarina, its strategic military importance, the proclamation of the Juliana Republic in 1839, and its local defenders and historical figures.
Statistics
Area
336.40 km²
Population
42,721