Scotland Flag - The Saltire | National Symbol of Scotland #248588 (License: Personal Use)

The flag of Scotland, also called the Saltire or Saint Andrew’s Cross, consists of a white diagonal cross on a deep blue background, representing the crucifixion of Saint Andrew, Scotland’s patron saint. Its design is one of the oldest continuously used national flags in the world, with documented use since the 16th century and symbolic roots tracing to the 8th or 9th century. The proportions are typically 3:5, and the blue is often Pantone 300 (a lighter azure), though historical variants used darker shades.

This image is commonly used on government websites, travel guides, cultural heritage pages, educational resources, and sports event coverage involving Scottish teams. It serves users seeking national identity information, historical context, or visual assets for patriotic or informational content.