Mol, Belgium
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: City / Municipality
Summary
About the place: Mol is a municipality located in the Belgian province of Antwerp, situated in the Kempen region. It is well known for its scenic lakes, recreational areas, and major research centers.
Flag Description: The flag is vertically divided into a red field on the hoist side (left from the viewer's perspective) and a yellow field on the fly side (right from the viewer's perspective). Centered in the red field is a vertical yellow key with an ornately decorated bow at the bottom and its bit pointing upward toward the hoist.
Symbolism: The yellow key in the red field is derived from the historic seal and coat of arms of the municipality. It symbolizes Saint Peter, the patron saint of the local parish church, whose traditional attribute is the key. Red and yellow are the traditional municipal colors.
Flag Description: The flag is vertically divided into a red field on the hoist side (left from the viewer's perspective) and a yellow field on the fly side (right from the viewer's perspective). Centered in the red field is a vertical yellow key with an ornately decorated bow at the bottom and its bit pointing upward toward the hoist.
Symbolism: The yellow key in the red field is derived from the historic seal and coat of arms of the municipality. It symbolizes Saint Peter, the patron saint of the local parish church, whose traditional attribute is the key. Red and yellow are the traditional municipal colors.
Statistics
Area
114.26 km²
Population
37,600