Tongan flag

The flag of Tonga features a red field with a red cross outlined in white on a blue square in the upper hoist-side corner. The red symbolizes courage and the blood of Christ, while the white border signifies purity. The blue background represents the ocean surrounding the islands, and the red cross reflects Christianity, which is significant in Tongan culture. The design combines cultural identity, religious faith, and the maritime nature of the island nation, creating a distinctive emblem that embodies Tonga’s history, spirituality, and connection to the sea.