South Korea Flag - Symbolism, History, and Meaning #2157470 (License: Personal Use)

The South Korean flag, or Taegeukgi, centers on the Taegeuk-a red and blue yin-yang symbol representing cosmic balance and duality. Surrounding it are four black trigrams (gwae), each denoting fundamental elements: heaven, earth, fire, and water, reflecting Confucian and Taoist ideals. The white background signifies purity, peace, and the Korean people’s traditional reverence for simplicity.

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