The flag of Antigua and Barbuda is striking, with a design that embodies the nation’s optimism and natural beauty. It features an inverted triangle with a rising sun at the top, symbolizing a new era and hope. The sun has yellow rays against a black background, representing the African heritage of the population. Below the black, there’s a blue and white section, with the blue symbolizing the Caribbean Sea and the white representing sand, signifying the beaches that the islands are famous for. This flag was adopted in 1967 when the country gained self-governing status, and the vibrant design reflects both national pride and the idyllic island landscape.