South Korean Flag - Meaning, History, and Symbolism #2260884 (License: Personal Use)

The flag of South Korea, or Taegeukgi, features a central red-and-blue taegeuk symbol representing the dual forces of yin and yang, surrounded by four black trigrams (gwae) that denote natural elements and cosmic principles. The white background signifies peace, purity, and the Korean people’s desire for unification. Adopted in 1883 and reinstated in 1948, it remains a powerful national emblem.

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