The flag of El Salvador consists of three horizontal stripes: two blue stripes at the top and bottom, and a white stripe in the center. The blue represents the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Sea, while the white symbolizes peace and the desire for tranquility among the nations. In the center of the white stripe is the national emblem, which features a triangle containing five volcanoes and a rainbow, symbolizing the country's beauty and prosperity. The emblem also includes the words "República de El Salvador en la América Central" and the date of independence. The flag was officially adopted on May 27, 1912, and its design reflects El Salvador's national identity and aspirations for peace.