Molenbeek-Saint-Jean
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: City / Municipality
Summary
About the place: Molenbeek-Saint-Jean is one of the nineteen municipalities forming the Brussels-Capital Region in Belgium. Located in the western part of the metropolitan area, it is known for its rich industrial history and cultural diversity.
Flag Description: The flag consists of a field vertically divided into two equal vertical bands: blue on the left (hoist side) and yellow on the right (fly side).
Symbolism: The blue and yellow colors are derived from the traditional municipal colors and those of the Brussels region, where blue signifies loyalty and constancy, while yellow symbolizes prosperity and wealth.
Flag Description: The flag consists of a field vertically divided into two equal vertical bands: blue on the left (hoist side) and yellow on the right (fly side).
Symbolism: The blue and yellow colors are derived from the traditional municipal colors and those of the Brussels region, where blue signifies loyalty and constancy, while yellow symbolizes prosperity and wealth.
Statistics
Area
5.89 km²
Population
97,697