Scotland Flag - The Saltire | National Symbol of Scotland #1860370 (License: Personal Use)

The Saltire, or Saint Andrew’s Cross, consists of a white X-shaped cross on a royal blue background, representing the crucifixion of Saint Andrew, Scotland’s patron saint. Adopted officially in 1385, it is among the oldest national flags still in use today and serves as a powerful emblem of Scottish heritage and sovereignty. The design also forms the basis of the UK’s Union Jack.

This image is commonly used on government websites, travel guides, educational resources, and cultural content about Scotland. It supports user intent for learning about national symbols, planning visits to Scotland, or researching historical flags.