I am sure that most of the inhabitants of our country are familiar with most of the state symbols. We will not undertake to check your knowledge - it is better to do it yourself.
STATE SYMBOLS OF RUSSIA
The state symbols of any country include the emblem, flag and anthem. This triad did not appear immediately. It was only in the 20th century that an obligatory tradition was established all over the world - each country had its own coat of arms, flag and anthem.
Inhabitants different countries rightfully proud of their symbols. The attitude to the coat of arms, the flag and the anthem is the attitude to the state itself. And it must be respectful.
The symbols of our Motherland are more than one hundred years old.
The first state emblem appeared at the end of the 15th century, the first flag - in the 18th century, and the first anthem - in the 19th century. But more on that later.
MOSCOW IS CAPITAL OF RUSSIA
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THE KREMLIN IS A SYMBOL OF MOSCOW
The Moscow Kremlin is called the heart of Moscow. It is located on the banks of the Moskva River, in the very center of the city. The Kremlin is a symbol of Moscow, a magnificent ensemble that unites architectural monuments different eras, fenced with brick walls, over which rise 20 towers. The Kremlin houses government agencies, ancient palaces and temples. You can walk along the Kremlin walls. By the way, once it was almost blown up - you can find out more
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RED SQUARE - A SYMBOL OF MOSCOW
Red Square is the main square in Russia. Military parades and the main celebrations of the country are held here. On Red Square there is a mass interesting monuments culture and attractions. The most famous of them are the Mausoleum of V.I. Lenin Place of execution, St. Basil's Cathedral, as well as the Upper and Middle malls, Kazan Cathedral. In addition, the Moscow Kremlin is located to the west.
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ST. BASIL'S CATHEDRAL
Church of the Intercession Mother of God(St. Basil's Cathedral) - the main temple of Red Square and all of Moscow. It was built in the middle of the 16th century by decree of Tsar Ivan the Terrible in honor of the capture of the Kazan Khanate - part of the former Golden Horde. Previously, we have already devoted a large and interesting article Cathedral - read it
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EMBLEM OF THE RUSSIAN FEDERATION. EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW.
The word "coat of arms" came into the Russian language in the 16th - 17th centuries. It is based on the German erbe, which means "inheritance". So already in the word itself one of the important features of the coat of arms is laid - stability, constancy in use.
The state emblem testifies to the sovereignty of the country, the family coat of arms - about the belonging of its owner to a certain class. The coat of arms can indicate land holdings, like many family coats of arms of the Middle Ages, serve as a means of certifying its owner. Therefore, the coat of arms, as a rule, is officially approved by the highest authority.
Where did the emblem of the double-headed eagle come from in Rus'?
Initially, historians thought that Rus' borrowed it from Byzantium. Like a sign imperial court the double-headed eagle adorned fabrics, clothes and shoes of emperors and courtiers. This emblem gained particular popularity under the emperors of the Palaiologos dynasty. Perhaps the double-headed eagle was their family emblem. His image can be seen on the handwritten Gospel that belonged to Dmitry Paleolog.
In Rome, the eagle has been revered since ancient times. According to legend, it was the eagle, this messenger of the gods, who predicted the acquisition of royal power by Tarquinius the Ancient. The prevalence of the emblem of the double-headed eagle in the Balkans led scientists to the idea that it was from this region that the eagle could get to Rus'. But, most interestingly, the double-headed eagle was also found in Rus' itself, and long before 1497. The double-headed eagle was intended to symbolize the power and independence of our country. In this capacity, he continued his history on Russian soil.
In the XVI - XVII centuries. in the Moscow kingdom, two state seals were used - Large and Small. They differed in size, the location of the emblems and inscriptions, but both images of a rider and a double-headed eagle were preserved. On the Great State Seal, the rider was placed on the chest of a double-headed eagle. On the Small Seal, a rider and an eagle were depicted on two sides.
At the end of the 1530s. the double-headed eagle acquired a more warlike appearance, He began to be depicted with open beaks and protruding tongues. In heraldry, such an emblem is called an armed eagle.
armed eagle On the seal of False Dmitry I, the eagle is depicted with wings raised up, and above its heads there are two crowns, between which there is a third, bigger size. On the seals of Tsar Mikhail Fedorovich, the wings of the eagle fell, three crowns were placed above the heads of the eagle.
In the first half of the XIX century. the image of the Russian coat of arms has changed again. There were two types of state emblem. On the first, an eagle with spread wings held the Moscow coat of arms on its chest in a shield of an elegant, pointed shape. A crown was placed over the heads of the eagle. This eagle sometimes held in its paws - in one a beam of lightning and a torch, and in the other - Laurel wreath. The second type of coat of arms is an eagle with raised wings, topped with three crowns. The shield with the Moscow coat of arms on its chest was framed by the chain of the Order of St. Andrew the First-Called. And on the wings of the eagle - 6 shields with the emblems of the most important lands, the name of which was included in the imperial title. The last change in the state emblem in the pre-revolutionary period took place in 1882-1883.
Alexander III accepted the Large, Medium and two Small coats of arms, made by the artist A. I. Charlemagne. Availability three types The state type of the coat of arms is explained by the fact that they were depicted on seals that fastened documents of different significance.
rebirth Russian state led to the inevitable return of the original Russian symbols, so recklessly consigned to oblivion in Soviet period. The history of the creation of the coat of arms is huge. The symbols are nameless, they do not know the authorship, they are created by history itself.
In 1917, the eagle ceased to be the coat of arms of Russia. The return of the double-headed eagle to the coat of arms of Russia took place in 1993 by the Decree of the President of the Russian Federation of October 30, 1993. The author of the sketch of the coat of arms is the artist of the State Heraldry under the President of the Russian Federation E.I. Ukhnalev.
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FLAG OF THE RUSSIAN FEDERATION. EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW.
The Russian flag owes its birth to the Russian fleet.
B 1667-1669 in the village of Dedinovo on the Oka, the first flotilla of Russia was built.
We had to choose a flag for the ship. The flag of a particular country showed that the ship belongs to her, is her territory. The flag served as the identification mark of the ship, and the state thus indicated that the ship was under its protection.
By that time, the leading maritime powers already had their own flags. All of them featured uncomplicated images and simple colors, as it was important that they be recognizable from afar. Usually the colors of the flag included two or three stripes. The colors of the stripes corresponded to the colors of the state or dynastic symbols of the country.
It is from maritime flags that many state flags originate.
In April 1668, Russian ships were ordered to issue a large number of matter of white, blue and red, but how exactly these colors were located on the first Russian flags is not known.
Some researchers believe that the flag consisted of four parts. The blue cross divided the cloth vertically and horizontally, while the white and red colors were staggered. There was a red border along the edges of the cloth.
In 1699, Peter I gave the maritime flag the status of the state flag - the main symbol of the country.
In November 1990, the commission, which was to develop a draft of the new flag of the RSFSR, proposed to restore the historical Russian flag - a white-blue-red flag.
On December 11, 1993, on the eve of the adoption of the new Constitution, the President of Russia signed a decree “On the State Flag Russian Federation". In accordance with it, white, blue and red colors of the flag were established.
The Russian tricolor probably originated from the Dutch model. Red, the color of blood, as it were, denoted the earthly world, blue - celestial sphere, white - divine light. Red was considered a symbol of courage and courage, and was also synonymous with beauty. The blue color was the symbol of the Mother of God. White color personified peace, purity, nobility.
August 22 - Day of the State Flag of the Russian Federation.
The national flag of the Russian Federation is constantly raised on the buildings of the authorities of our country. It is hung out on public holidays and solemn ceremonies. It rises on the buildings of Russian diplomatic missions abroad. The flag is our sacred object, and we must treat it with respect and reverence.
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ANTHEM OF THE RUSSIAN FEDERATION. EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW.
The national anthem of Russia - the official state symbol of Russia - is performed on the most solemn occasions, during official ceremonies state significance. Hymns as solemn cult chants originated in ancient times. In Russia before the 17th century solemn ceremonies accompanied by church hymns.
« Anthem - word Greek origin, it means “a solemn, laudatory song.” The anthem is of great importance for its people both in the past and in the present.
Since the time of Peter I, military marches have occupied a special place. A common tradition to have National anthem has become in the last 200 years. In December 2000, Russian President Vladimir Putin proposed adopting the "old" Soviet anthem to Alexandrov's music.
The first official national anthem appeared after the victory of Russian arms over the Napoleonic army.
In 1813, in St. Petersburg, to the tune of the English anthem "God Save the King/Queen!" performed for the first time "Song to the Russian Tsar", the author of which was famous poet, translator, philologist A. Kh. Vostokov. In 1815 appeared new text songs called "Russian Prayer":
God save the king!
Glorious long days
Give it to the earth!….
V.A. Zhukovsky. After 2 years, Zhukovsky supplemented the text with two stanzas, and the final form of the hymn acquired in 1833, thanks to the officer and composer A.F. Lvov. The anthem of Lvov sounded everywhere - both in the army and during civil celebrations. It became the national anthem of the Russian Empire.
Russia knew a few more melodies that became its unofficial hymns. One of them belongs to the genius of Russian music M.I. Glinka, the author of the opera “Life for the Tsar”:
Glory, glory, our Russian Tsar,
The Lord has given us the king-sovereign!….
In February 1917, along with the monarchy, the old anthem also became a thing of the past. Quite different songs sounded on the streets, and the main place among them was taken by “La Marseillaise”.
The anthem is the official state symbol. He is, as it were, the musical and poetic embodiment of the country and its people, and therefore there should be the most respectful attitude towards him.
These symbols are part of Russian history, the embodiment of its heroic and tragic pages, a reflection of the life of the peoples of our country.
- We all should know the history of the state symbols of Russia well.
- Attitude to the coat of arms, flag and anthem is the attitude to the state itself. It must be respectful.
- Insulting state symbols is akin to insulting the state, and its people, and its history and culture.
Free Powerpoint Templates Animals National symbols countries of the world MKOU Troitsko-Sungur secondary school
Animals as symbols In most states, representatives of the fauna become national symbols. The fact is that in ancient times, many settlements had their own animal totems, and in our century, old beliefs migrated in a transformed form. There are well-known examples, it is known that most people identify Spain with a bull, Australia with a kangaroo, and Russia with a bear. But not all countries are so simple. For example, which animals belong to Croatia or Venezuela? Let's do it short excursion according to the zoological map of the world.
The symbol of Russia is the brown bear. The brown bear is one of the largest and most dangerous land predators. As a symbol of Russia, the bear appeared in the West in the 18th century. Western countries, argued that Russia is a "big, clumsy and cruel" country.
The symbol of China is the panda. Literally translated from Chinese, "panda" means "bear-cat", which fully justifies his image. These miracle animals used to inhabit the entire East Asia, but now, their habitat has been significantly reduced., And the species itself has been listed in the Red Book.
The symbol of Australia is the kangaroo. His image today adorns the passports of Australians. According to legend, it was this animal that was first seen by the expedition of Captain Cook, who discovered the continent.
The symbol of France is the rooster. By official version, the rooster became a symbol of France because the French consider themselves descendants of the Gauls, and from Latin "Gauls" and "roosters" sound the same - galli.
The symbol of Canada is the beaver. IN XVII-XVIII centuries Beaver fur hats came into fashion in Europe. And on the territory of Canada lived a huge number of beavers. They began to hunt, and, thanks to this, a large part of Canada was discovered and explored. Here is such a historical incident, because of which the beaver became a symbol of the state.
The symbol of England is the lion. It is one of the oldest and most popular heraldic symbols. In England, even King Henry I (1070-1135) used a lion in the ornament of his shield.
The elephant is the symbol of Thailand. Personifies luck, strength and wisdom. His image is found in Buddhist temples, on coins, royal symbols Previously, the image of a white elephant adorned the Thai national flag.
The symbol of Mongolia is the horse. It is a symbol of courage and grace. One of the main friends and helpers of man. In heraldic symbolism, the horse combines the courage of a lion, the vision of an eagle, the strength of an ox, the speed of a deer and the dexterity of a fox.
Symbol of Norway, Finland, Sweden - elk. For a long time, man worshiped the elk. According to legend, the hero Main, the guardian spirit of the change of day and night, on winged skis bravely rushed in pursuit of a space alien elk that stole the sun, overtook him and returned the day to people.
The symbol of India is the Bengal tiger. He is the hero of myths and legends, but now the question is that he himself does not become a myth and legend. As a result of sport hunting, trophy collecting and tiger skins The tiger has become an endangered species.
The symbol of the United States is the bald eagle. This emblem was selected because this species of eagle is found only in the North. America. The eagle has become a living symbol of US freedoms, spirit and excellence.
The symbol of Columbus II is the Andean condor. It is the largest and most majestic bird of all that crosses the sky of the Andes. He was given the nickname - the eternal bird. Inhabits the highest and most inaccessible heights of the Cordillera Andes.
The symbol of Madagascar is the zebu (humped cow). By folk beliefs, the image of this animal embodies the dignity of a deity, an indissoluble bond with the ancestors, the fertility of the land and the continuation of the human race.
The symbol of the Congo is the okapi (forest giraffe). Its population is limited, found in a small area. It is endemic to this country.
The symbol of New Zealand is the kiwi. A unique species found only in New Zealand, first seen by Cook. This fluffy "chicken" is depicted on banknotes, a famous fruit is named after her.
Symbol United Arab Emirates- Hawk. It is a symbol of cruelty, assertiveness, viciousness and recklessness, reflects the specifics of this country.
Symbol of Kazakhstan - Snow Leopard. The irbis is present in the heraldry of Kazakhstan as a state symbol, embodying the power and greatness of the country.
The symbol of Switzerland is the cow. At the Zurich airport, bells chime and lingering bellows sound - a kind of greeting for guests. And next, of course, cows are the main producers of milk, from which cheeses and chocolate are made, for which Switzerland is so famous.
The symbol of Poland is the bison. The largest population of this endangered species lives on the territory of Belovezhskaya Pushcha. This animal in Polish culture has become so merged with the concept of national self-identification that it is reflected even in the names of people: Zubr, Zubrovsky, Zubritsky.
The symbol of Bolivia is the alpaca, depicted on the coat of arms of the country. These animals live high in the mountains and perfectly endure harsh climatic conditions due to their fur. Alpaca wool is highly valued.
The symbol of Japan is the Japanese pheasant. The reason for choosing a pheasant is that it is characteristic of Japanese landscapes and often appears in folk tales, thus being integral part Japanese culture.
The symbol of Germany is the white-tailed eagle. The German eagle is actually the Roman eagle. It was Charlemagne who, in 800, restored the fundamental symbol of the eagle, making it the emblem of his state.
The symbol of Belarus is the stork. It symbolizes national purity and originality.
The symbol of Lapland is the reindeer. It is a semi-domestic animal living in the northernmost part of Europe. It is an important part of Lapland tourism and the best helper of Santa Claus.
SYMBOLS NATIONAL
SYMBOLS STATE; SYMBOLS NATIONAL(Greek symbolon - sign) - established by the constitution or special law special, as a rule, historically developed, distinctive signs of a particular state, embodying its national sovereignty, identity, and sometimes also bearing a certain ideological, see ysl. To the main S.g. usually include the state flag, the state coat of arms, the state anthem, state colors, the standard of the head of state, state seal, the motto of the state. Sometimes constitutions are referred to as S.g. certain solemn dates (for example, the Romanian Constitution of 1991 - National Day December 1). This year are usually established by the constitution of the state, and their detailed description and the procedure for use are determined in a special law or other act of national importance. The state has the exclusive right to establish its symbols. Violation of the procedure for using S.g., as well as disrespectful attitude towards them, and even more so their desecration, entails administrative or criminal punishment. According to Art. 70 of the Constitution of the Russian Federation, the state flag, coat of arms and anthem of the Russian Federation, their description and the procedure for official use are established by the FKZ. Avakyaya S.A.,
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National flag
On the day of March 12, 1806, even before the start of the general struggle for independence from the Spanish crown, Francisco Miranda, one of the pioneers of the fight against the Spaniards, together with other like-minded people, for the first time adopted the flag that has the shown colors as a banner. Although the banner under which the patriots fought against the colonialists changed several times - after independence, Simon Bolivar adopted a flag for the Republic of New Granada, which is very similar to the one shown here. After the collapse of the country into Colombia, Venezuela and Ecuador, the same colors on the national banners three countries preserved.
In Colombia, this flag was finally approved as the official national flag by the adoption of the relevant law on May 17, 1924.
The meaning of each three colors flags are as follows: yellow symbolizes wheat and gold. Wheat for baking bread is the basis of folk food, gold is the wealth of the country, giving it power, and the sun is a symbol of a prosperous life; Blue colour symbolizes the water space of the country - the seas, rivers and lakes, with which Colombia is rich, as well as a clear sky; red is a reminder of how much blood of patriots was shed in the struggle for independence.
According to the law, the national flag must be displayed on every public or private house on days national holidays July 20th and August 7th. The national flag, like other national symbols, should be treated with respect. Any insult to national symbols can be punished by law.
national emblem
The National Emblem of Colombia is probably the earliest adopted national symbol.
The coat of arms was approved as a national symbol on May 9, 1834, shortly after the liberation of the country from Spanish colonialism.
At that time, the republic was called New Granada, which is reminiscent of the opened pomegranate at the top of the coat of arms. On its sides are two golden horns, symbolizing the wealth of the country: gold is pouring from one, and all kinds of fruits of the earth are pouring from the other. middle part occupies a red cap, worn on a spear, as a symbol of the struggle of patriots for freedom. The lower part shows two ships: in the Caribbean and in Pacific Ocean, symbolizing the benefits of the strategic position of the country, which has access to two oceans. Above the emblem is an Andean condor with spread wings and a wreath of laurel, as a symbol of freedom, which should dominate the country. Under the condor flutters a golden ribbon on which the words "Freedom and Order" are written. Surround the coat of arms four national flag, symbolizing the natural regions into which the country is conditionally divided.
national flower
Colombia is the country with the largest number of orchid species in the world; more than 3,500 species have been recognized by botanists, but it is Cattleya Trianae that is one of the most common species and grows exclusively in this country. This orchid bears its name in honor of the Colombian botanist Jose Jeronimo Triana, who dedicated most his life to study these amazing plants.
In 1936, the Colombian Academy of History nominated the Cattleya Trianae as the country's national plant symbol.
National animal symbol
Although it has not yet been officially adopted as a national symbol, the Andean condor has been present in most variants of the national coat of arms of Colombia since the last century, incl. and in the present. The Andean Condor is the largest and most majestic bird that crosses the skies of the Andes. Its wingspan can reach three meters, weight reaches 12 kilograms. His power and strength are enormous, he can fly up to 200 leagues in a day. The condor rises into the sky only in sunny days, and its smooth, soaring flight delights everyone who manages to witness this unique spectacle. The plumage of its body has a gleaming black color, and when light is reflected it gives a bluish tint, white feathers are visible on the neck. For all this, he was given the nickname - the eternal bird. Inhabits the highest and most inaccessible heights of the Cordillera Andes.
Are you planning to obtain US citizenship or a US residence permit? Preparing for a citizenship test and want to know a little more about the country? Or are you just curious about what Americans themselves associate America with? We have collected the main information you need to know about US state symbols.
US state symbols
No country can do without a flag, anthem and seal. The USA is no exception. Many articles and books have been written about each of these three symbols of American statehood. We will pay attention to the most basic facts that are important to know.
Symbols of the USA – Symbols of the USA
American flag
In America, flags hang on government offices, along roads, and on the homes of ordinary citizens. The first thing that catches the eye of tourists is a large number of American flags. But do not be surprised, they were not hung out for the holiday, this is their daily location.
The colors of the American flag, as well as the Russian one, are a well-known tricolor: white, red and blue. It is decorated with 13 stripes, symbolizing the British colonies that formed the state, and 50 stars, meaning 50 states, which are on this moment are part of the USA. If you are planning to take the US Citizenship Exam, you should definitely know the answer to this question.
The national flag of the United States - Flag of the United States. It can also be called "Stars and stripes", "Old Glory" and "The Star-Spangled Banner".
Great Seal of the United States
It is this seal that confirms the authenticity of documents issued by the US government. If you have ever paid attention to reverse side one dollar bill, they saw exactly what the Great Seal of the United States looks like. On the left side of this banknote is depicted flip side print, and on the right - the front side. And yes, the Great Seal of the United States has two sides, although seals usually only have one. The obverse of this seal is often considered the coat of arms of the United States.
Printing - Stamp, seal
Great Seal of the United States - Great Seal of the United States 
US national anthem
The text for the US anthem is taken from the poem "The Defense of Fort McHenry" by Francis Scott Key. No wonder the Americans sing about the flag in their anthem. This poem was created after the writer witnessed the shelling of the fortress during the Anglo-American War of 1812-1815. The US anthem is called "The Star-Spangled Banner". The song became an anthem only in 1931, and before that the United States did not have a fixed anthem.
Church hymn - hymn
National anthem - Wikiwand National anthem
US national bird
The most important symbol of the United States (of the representatives of the animal world) is the eagle, only it bears little resemblance to ours. In fact, this is a bald eagle, but in English it is called “bald eagle”. It is this bird that appears on the coat of arms, banknotes and many official documents. The eagle is also depicted on the Great Seal of the United States. He holds 13 arrows in one paw and a palm branch in the other. This shows that the US "wants peace but is ready for war."
There are even laws in the United States that make it impossible to kill an American eagle without permission.
National bird - National bird
bald eagle 
American architectural symbols
Of course, certain American buildings and monuments are recognized by people around the world and have already become symbols of the United States: the Statue of Liberty, The White house or the Liberty Bell. Images of these items can be found not only on souvenirs for tourists, but also, for example, on postage stamps.
Each of these symbols has its own story. For example, the French gave the Statue of Liberty to the United States, and the Liberty Bell called the inhabitants of the city to the announcement of the Declaration of Independence. This bell can still be seen in the city of Philadelphia. The President of the United States still lives and works in the White House. It is this building that is depicted on the twenty-dollar bill.
Statue of Liberty – the Statue of Liberty
The White House – the White House
The Liberty Bell
United States intangible symbols
The phrase "In God We Trust" (In God we trust) is the official motto of the United States. This phrase is sometimes controversial among Americans. After all, freedom of religion is one of the most important things for every inhabitant of America. It is even enshrined in the US Constitution. You can follow any religion, or choose no religion. The phrase is printed on all American paper money.
The Americans have another motto, “E Pluribus Unum” (Out of many, one). This phrase can be seen on the US coat of arms.
In God we Trust - We trust in God
Official motto - National motto
Uncle Sam
Every American knows Uncle Sam. And no, this is not some popular movie actor. This is a humanized image of the United States. Remember, American posters often depict an elderly man in a top hat, blue tailcoat and striped pants? This is Uncle Sam. This image was especially famous thanks to the posters of the First World War.
Now the image of Uncle Sam is a stable American symbol. You can often hear, for example, that something is needed "for Uncle Sam." This phrase means that it is needed for the USA.
Uncle Sam - Uncle Sam 
Words in English on the topic of national symbols
national colors- national colors. Usually the colors that are on the flag are taken. So sometimes national colors are translated as the national flag.
national myths- national myths
coat of arms- coat of arms, coat of arms
Patriotism- patriotism
Motherland/Homeland/Native land- Motherland
folk costume- folk costume
folk dance- folk dance
national animal- national animal
national tree- national tree
Of course, there are many other American symbols as well. Some are very common, while others are very rare. American history still quite short, so everything that at least somehow relates to its creation is carefully preserved by the Americans and can even be considered a symbol of the country.
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