The flag of Honduras consists of three horizontal stripes: two blue stripes on the top and bottom, with a white stripe in the middle. The blue stripes represent the Caribbean Sea and the Pacific Ocean that border the country, while the white symbolizes peace and prosperity. In the center of the white stripe, there are five blue stars arranged in an "X" pattern, symbolizing the five nations of the former Federal Republic of Central America (Honduras, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, and Nicaragua) and the hope for Central American unity. The flag was officially adopted on March 7, 1866, and its design closely reflects the colors and elements found in other Central American flags, which share historical ties.