How To
How To
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How to copy and paste the Flag of Tajikistan Emoji to any device.
- Copy the Tajik or Tadjik Flag Emoji
Go to flagemoji.com and press the copy button (above). This works on any device.
- Paste the Emoji
Go to your email/iMessage/SMS texting service/document and paste the emoji.
For mobile devices
— double-tap or tap-hold, then paste should appear. Tap it.
For desktop and laptops on Apple devices
— command-P / ⌘-P
For desktop and laptops on Windows devices
— control-p
Codes
Emoji Codes
Flag emojis are unicode symbols, like any other letter or number on your keyboard. This means you can copy and paste the emoji itself into your code, whatever the language (click the button above).
They actually count as two characters: the two-letter country code (the ISO international standard). The unicode and shortcode both represent country data which devices can interpret and display the emoji.
| Country Code | Unicode | Shortcode |
| TJ | U+1F1F9 U+1F1EF | :flag_TJ: :TJ: |
Emoji shortcodes are used on some platforms as a way for users to type in emojis from the keyboard. If you type the emoji shortcode on Github or Slack, the emoji will appear.
*The official name of the emoji is only the country name, not ‘Tajikistan Flag’, for example.
Description
Description
The flag of Tajikistan is composed of three horizontal stripes of red (top), a wider stripe of white, and green. A gold crown surmounted by seven gold, five-pointed stars is located in the center of the white stripe. Red represents the sun, victory, and the unity of the nation, white stands for purity, cotton, and mountain snows, while green is the color of Islam and the bounty of nature. The crown symbolizes the Tajik people. The seven stars signify the Tajik magic number “seven”—a symbol of perfection and the embodiment of happiness.
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Anthem
National Anthem
| Title | Surudi milli (National Anthem) |
| Composer | Gulnazar Keldi / Sulaimon Yudakov |
FAQ
FAQs
The “Day of State Independence of the Republic of Tajikistan”, as it’s officially called, is celebrated on the 9th of September.
Red represents the sun, victory, and the unity of the nation, white stands for purity, cotton, and mountain snows, while green is the color of Islam and the bounty of nature. The crown symbolizes the Tajik people. The seven stars signify the Tajik magic number “seven”—a symbol of perfection and the embodiment of happiness.
The flag of Tajikistan was officially adopted on November 24, 1992.
Tajikistan is governed by a presidential republic.
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3D Glossy Render — Three horizontal stripes of red, white, and green with a golden crown and arc of seven stars centered. The flag of Tajikistan as a photorealistic 3D render. Three horizontal stripes of red, white, and green with a golden crown and arc of seven stars centered. The flag fabric hangs or drapes naturally but preserves exact proportions, colors, and all symbols perfectly — completely faithful to the real Tajikistan flag. Dramatic studio lighting, glossy silk material, soft shadows, subsurface scattering, perfect specular highlights. No text, no letters, no words, no writing of any kind.

Chalk on Blackboard — Three horizontal stripes of red, white, and green with a golden crown and arc of seven stars centered. The flag of Tajikistan drawn in chalk on a real blackboard. Three horizontal stripes of red, white, and green with a golden crown and arc of seven stars centered. Authentic blackboard — dark slate green surface with chalk dust and smudge marks. Soft, dusty white and colored chalk lines, imperfect edges, hand-drawn quality. Chalk dust particles visible in the air. The flag is immediately recognizable. No text, no letters, no words, no writing of any kind.

Embroidered Textile — Three horizontal stripes of red, white, and green with a golden crown and arc of seven stars centered. The flag of Tajikistan as intricate embroidery on linen fabric. Three horizontal stripes of red, white, and green with a golden crown and arc of seven stars centered. Dense satin stitches, French knots, chain stitch detail. The flag design is completely faithful — exact colors, geometry, and all symbols faithfully stitched, immediately recognizable as the Tajikistan flag. Visible thread texture, dimensional quality, warm handcrafted feel. No text, no letters, no words, no writing of any kind.

Flagpole in Capital — Three horizontal stripes of red, white, and green with a golden crown and arc of seven stars centered. Photorealistic photograph of the Tajikistan flag flying on a tall flagpole in front of an iconic government building in the capital city. Three horizontal stripes of red, white, and green with a golden crown and arc of seven stars centered. The flag ripples naturally in the wind, colors vivid and exact. Documentary photography style, sharp and realistic. Grand architecture in the background. Blue sky, dramatic clouds. No text, no letters, no words, no writing of any kind.

Golden Hour Reflection — Three horizontal stripes of red, white, and green with a golden crown and arc of seven stars centered. Photorealistic photograph of the Tajikistan flag reflected in still water at golden hour. Three horizontal stripes of red, white, and green with a golden crown and arc of seven stars centered. The flag flies on a pole at the water’s edge, its reflection shimmering on the surface below. Warm amber and orange sunset light. The flag colors and design are faithful and vivid. Serene, cinematic landscape photography. No text, no letters, no words, no writing of any kind.

Street Art / Graffiti — Three horizontal stripes of red, white, and green with a golden crown and arc of seven stars centered. The flag of Tajikistan as vibrant street art spray-painted on a brick wall. Three horizontal stripes of red, white, and green with a golden crown and arc of seven stars centered. Bold spray paint, dripping edges, stencil layers, overspray halos. The flag design is faithful and immediately recognizable — exact colors and symbols, just rendered in spray paint on urban concrete. No text, no letters, no words, no writing of any kind. No tags, no graffiti lettering.

Sci-Fi Hologram — Three horizontal stripes of red, white, and green with a golden crown and arc of seven stars centered. The flag of Tajikistan projected as a futuristic holographic display. Three horizontal stripes of red, white, and green with a golden crown and arc of seven stars centered. Translucent blue-white projection with scan lines, floating in dark space. Glitching edges, particle effects, data streams. The flag design is completely faithful and recognizable. Cyberpunk HUD elements framing the projection. No text, no letters, no words, no writing of any kind.

Hyperrealistic Wind — Three horizontal stripes of red, white, and green with a golden crown and arc of seven stars centered. Ultra-hyperrealistic photograph of the Tajikistan flag caught in a dramatic gust of wind. Three horizontal stripes of red, white, and green with a golden crown and arc of seven stars centered. Macro-level fabric detail — individual threads visible, fabric folds and tension lines crisp. Colors and design completely faithful to the real Tajikistan flag. High-speed shutter, razor-sharp focus, studio lighting. No text, no letters, no words, no writing of any kind.

Impressionist Oil — Three horizontal stripes of red, white, and green with a golden crown and arc of seven stars centered. The flag of Tajikistan painted in French Impressionist oil on canvas. Three horizontal stripes of red, white, and green with a golden crown and arc of seven stars centered. Thick impasto brushstrokes, dappled light, vibrant broken color technique in the style of Monet. The flag is instantly recognizable — colors and design faithful to the real Tajikistan flag, interpreted with impressionist light and texture. No text, no letters, no words, no writing of any kind.

Lego Bricks — Three horizontal stripes of red, white, and green with a golden crown and arc of seven stars centered. The flag of Tajikistan built from Lego bricks, photographed as a real physical construction. Three horizontal stripes of red, white, and green with a golden crown and arc of seven stars centered. Visible studs and brick seams, slight plastic sheen. Standard Lego colors approximate the flag’s palette. Built on a gray Lego baseplate. Dramatic angle showing the three-dimensional brick texture. No text, no letters, no words, no writing of any kind.

Low-Poly Geometric — Three horizontal stripes of red, white, and green with a golden crown and arc of seven stars centered. The flag of Tajikistan constructed from low-polygon geometric triangles. Three horizontal stripes of red, white, and green with a golden crown and arc of seven stars centered. Aggressively faceted — each region broken into many visible triangular faces with subtle color variation across each polygon, creating real depth and dimensionality even in flat-color areas of the flag. Crystal-like, contemporary computational design. The flag is completely faithful and immediately recognizable. No text, no letters, no words, no writing of any kind.

Mosaic Tiles — Three horizontal stripes of red, white, and green with a golden crown and arc of seven stars centered. The flag of Tajikistan assembled as a Roman-style mosaic. Three horizontal stripes of red, white, and green with a golden crown and arc of seven stars centered. The flag is completely faithful to the real Tajikistan flag — exact proportions, colors, and all symbols, rendered in thousands of small stone and glass tesserae. Visible grout lines, rich earthy tones mixed with brilliant glass, slight historical weathering. No text, no letters, no words, no writing of any kind.

Native Landscape — Three horizontal stripes of red, white, and green with a golden crown and arc of seven stars centered. Photorealistic photograph of the Tajikistan flag flying in an iconic natural landscape native to Tajikistan — the terrain, flora, and environment characteristic of that country. Three horizontal stripes of red, white, and green with a golden crown and arc of seven stars centered. The flag is prominent and its colors are faithful and vivid. Remote, uninhabited wilderness. National Geographic photography style. No text, no letters, no words, no writing of any kind.

Neon Sign — Three horizontal stripes of red, white, and green with a golden crown and arc of seven stars centered. The flag of Tajikistan recreated as a real neon sign mounted on a dark wall. Three horizontal stripes of red, white, and green with a golden crown and arc of seven stars centered. Glowing glass neon tubes bent into the flag’s shapes — the colors of the flag rendered in actual neon light. Visible glass tube bends, metal mounting brackets on the wall. Warm neon glow and light bloom. Real neon, not digital. Photographed in a dark room. No text, no letters, no words, no writing of any kind.

Pencil Sketch — Three horizontal stripes of red, white, and green with a golden crown and arc of seven stars centered. The flag of Tajikistan as a bold, confident pencil sketch. Three horizontal stripes of red, white, and green with a golden crown and arc of seven stars centered. Strong graphite lines on cream paper — not delicate but bold and decisive. Heavy pressure on key outlines, dramatic cross-hatching for deep shadows and shading. Immediately recognizable as the Tajikistan flag. Artist’s confident hand, not tentative. No text, no letters, no words, no writing of any kind.

Pixel Art — Three horizontal stripes of red, white, and green with a golden crown and arc of seven stars centered. The flag of Tajikistan as detailed 16-bit pixel art. Three horizontal stripes of red, white, and green with a golden crown and arc of seven stars centered. Crisp pixel grid, limited palette with careful dithering, nostalgic retro game aesthetic. Clean grid-aligned design with subtle shading. Every element of the flag faithfully reproduced in pixels. No text, no letters, no words, no writing of any kind.

Stained Glass — Three horizontal stripes of red, white, and green with a golden crown and arc of seven stars centered. The flag of Tajikistan rendered as an ornate stained glass window. Three horizontal stripes of red, white, and green with a golden crown and arc of seven stars centered. The design is completely faithful to the real Tajikistan flag — exact colors, geometry, and all symbols preserved. Brilliant jewel-toned glass pieces separated by dark lead came lines. Warm sunlight streaming through, casting colored light. Gothic cathedral craftsmanship. No text, no letters, no words, no writing of any kind.

Ukiyo-e Woodblock — Three horizontal stripes of red, white, and green with a golden crown and arc of seven stars centered. The flag of Tajikistan as a traditional Japanese ukiyo-e woodblock print. Three horizontal stripes of red, white, and green with a golden crown and arc of seven stars centered. Bold outlines, flat areas of rich color, flowing organic forms. Wind and waves incorporated into the composition. Printed on washi paper with visible wood grain texture. The flag is the central focus and instantly recognizable. No text, no letters, no words, no writing of any kind.

Vintage Postage Stamp — Three horizontal stripes of red, white, and green with a golden crown and arc of seven stars centered. The flag of Tajikistan as a vintage 1950s postage stamp. Three horizontal stripes of red, white, and green with a golden crown and arc of seven stars centered. The flag fills most of the stamp — it is the primary subject, faithfully rendered in fine engraved intaglio style. Perforated edges, aged paper with slight foxing. The stamp may show a denomination numeral only — absolutely no other text or country names.

Watercolor — Three horizontal stripes of red, white, and green with a golden crown and arc of seven stars centered. The flag of Tajikistan painted in loose, expressive watercolor. Three horizontal stripes of red, white, and green with a golden crown and arc of seven stars centered. Wet-on-wet technique with soft color bleeds, visible brushstrokes, natural paper texture. Delicate splashes and drips at the edges. Luminous, translucent layers of pigment. No text, no letters, no words, no writing of any kind.
The Tricolor with Crown and Stars: Tajikistan’s Symbol of Independence and Unity
The flag of Tajikistan stands as a powerful emblem of national identity and sovereignty, comprising three equal horizontal stripes of red, white, and green, with a distinctive golden crown and an arc of seven stars centered upon the white band. This distinctive design emerged during Tajikistan’s transition to independence following the collapse of the Soviet Union, representing a deliberate break from Soviet symbolism and a reconnection with Central Asian heritage. Unlike many neighboring nations, Tajikistan’s flag incorporates the unique combination of traditional Islamic and national symbols—the crown symbolizing the unity of the nation, and the stars representing the eternal spirit and cultural eternity of the Tajik people. Understanding this flag requires exploring its recent origins, decoding the symbolism of its colors and distinctive elements, examining its historical context within Soviet and post-Soviet Central Asia, and recognizing its role in modern Tajik nationalism and international identity.
Soviet Legacy and the Path to Independence
Tajikistan’s modern flag history begins with the dissolution of the Soviet Union, a process that fundamentally reshaped Central Asia’s political landscape. During the Soviet era, Tajikistan existed as the Tajik Soviet Socialist Republic, with a flag featuring the hammer and sickle along with a blue stripe at the bottom. This design, like all Soviet flags, represented the subordination of local national identity to Soviet communist ideology. The Tajik people, with their distinct Persian cultural heritage and language, maintained deeper connections to pan-Islamic and Central Asian identity beneath the surface of Soviet control. When nationalist movements erupted across the Soviet republics in the late 1980s and early 1990s, Tajikistan joined the wave of independence-seeking nations, declaring sovereignty on September 9, 1991. The adoption of a new national flag became a central act in establishing Tajik identity and sovereignty, replacing Soviet symbolism with native symbols rooted in Central Asian and Islamic tradition.
The Colors: Red, White, and Green Symbolism
The tricolor arrangement of Tajikistan’s flag—red, white, and green—carries profound meaning deeply rooted in both Islamic tradition and Central Asian heritage. The red stripe at the top represents the blood of Tajik patriots and the sacrifices made throughout history in defense of Tajik lands and culture. Red symbolizes courage, determination, and the willingness of the Tajik people to defend their sovereignty and independence. This color also connects to the broader Islamic tradition, where red has been associated with sacrifice and protection of the faith. For Tajikistan, emerging from decades of Soviet rule, the red stripe embodied the national struggle for self-determination and the aspiration to establish a free, independent state.
The white central stripe represents peace, purity, and prosperity—ideals that Tajikistan, as a newly independent nation, sought to embody in its international relations and domestic development. White in Islamic and Central Asian traditions symbolizes truth and light, connecting to broader cultural and spiritual values. The white band also provides visual balance to the flag, creating harmony among the three stripes. This central position is further distinguished by the placement of the crown and stars, making white the focal point of national symbols and the bearer of the most distinctive elements of Tajik identity.
The green stripe at the bottom, as in many Islamic nations’ flags, represents Islam and the Muslim heritage of the Tajik people. The vast majority of Tajikistan’s population practices Islam, primarily Sunni Islam with significant Shia populations in certain regions. Green has served as the color of Islam since the religion’s early centuries, appearing in countless Muslim nations’ flags and symbols. For Tajikistan, green specifically honors the Islamic dimension of Tajik cultural identity and connects the modern nation to centuries of Islamic civilization in Central Asia. It also represents the fertility of the Tajik lands, the natural resources and agricultural potential of the nation.
The Crown and Stars: Symbols of Unity and Eternity
The most distinctive feature of Tajikistan’s flag is the centered golden crown surmounted by an arc of seven stars. This element sets Tajikistan’s flag apart from other Central Asian and Islamic nations, creating a unique national symbol. The crown represents the unity of Tajikistan, symbolizing the nation as a whole and the sovereignty achieved through independence. In monarchical traditions of Central Asia and Persia, the crown has historically symbolized power, dignity, and national authority. Though Tajikistan functions as a republic rather than a monarchy, the crown serves as a powerful emblem of national presence and territorial integrity on the world stage.
The arc of seven stars above the crown carries layered significance within Tajik culture and Islamic numerology. The number seven holds special meaning in Islamic tradition, appearing frequently throughout the Quran and Islamic law. In Tajik context, the seven stars have been interpreted as representing various aspects of national identity: the seven regions of Tajikistan, the unity of different ethnic and tribal groups within the nation, or more broadly, the eternal nature of the Tajik people and their civilization. The stars, as celestial bodies shining eternally in the night sky, symbolize the permanence and timelessness of Tajik culture and the hope for an eternal, prosperous future. Their arrangement in an arc suggests protection and benevolence, as if the stars watch over the nation and its people.
Historical Evolution from Soviet Symbol to National Emblem
The transition from the Soviet flag to the current tricolor with crown and stars represented a dramatic symbolic transformation. The Soviet flag’s hammer and sickle represented industrial and agricultural labor under communist ideology—symbols entirely alien to Tajik historical tradition. When independence arrived in 1991, the adoption of the new flag served multiple purposes: it rejected Soviet domination, reasserted Tajik cultural identity, and positioned Tajikistan within both the Islamic and Central Asian communities. The 1994 Constitution of Tajikistan formally established the flag’s design and protected its status as the supreme national symbol. Unlike some neighboring nations that experienced rapid political upheaval, Tajikistan’s flag design has remained remarkably stable since its adoption, contributing to a sense of continuity in national identity amid significant political and social changes.
International Recognition and Contemporary Significance
The Tajik tricolor now flies from government buildings in Dushanbe, the capital city, and represents Tajikistan in international forums and diplomatic contexts. The flag appears prominently during national celebrations, particularly on Independence Day (September 9), when it adorns public spaces throughout the nation. For Tajik diaspora communities in Russia, Western Europe, and North America, the flag serves as a powerful emblem of cultural and national identity, connecting expatriates to their ancestral homeland. The flag has also played a significant role in post-conflict national reconciliation, particularly following the civil war that devastated Tajikistan from 1992 to 1997. The flag’s unifying symbols—the shared colors and the encompassing crown—have represented the possibility of national unity across ethnic, regional, and ideological divisions.
Conclusion: A Modern Symbol with Ancient Roots
The flag of Tajikistan, with its striking combination of red, white, and green stripes and the distinctive golden crown with seven stars, represents one of Central Asia’s most meaningful national symbols. Emerging from Soviet domination to assert independence and sovereignty, Tajikistan’s flag encodes centuries of Islamic and Persian cultural heritage, contemporary aspirations for national development and unity, and the eternal spirit of the Tajik people. The crown symbolizes national authority and dignity, while the stars promise an eternal future. As Tajikistan continues to develop as an independent nation, navigating regional challenges and building international relationships, the tricolor flag remains a constant symbol of national identity, pride, and aspiration—a beacon representing Tajik culture, Islamic heritage, and the hard-won independence of a people determined to chart their own course in the modern world.
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