Manx flag; brattagh Vannin
The Isle of Man is a self-governing British Crown Dependency located in the Irish Sea, between Great Britain and Ireland. The official languages are English and Manx Gaelic. The capital and largest city is Douglas.
The flag of the Isle of Man, officially adopted in 1932, features a red field with a central emblem known as the Triskelion. This symbol consists of three armored legs, each with a golden spur, arranged in a circular formation. The Triskelion is an ancient symbol representing strength and resilience, used by the Mycenaeans and the Lycians.
Anthem: “Arrane Ashoonagh Vannin” (O Land of Our Birth)
Capital City | Area | 2024 Population | Currency | Flag Ratio | Adopted |
Douglas | 574 km² / 222 mi² | 84,069 | Pound sterling / Manx pound | 1:2 | 1932 |