Coloring Page : Flag of Portugal

Coloring page of the flag of Portugal. In the center, there is a detailed representation of the Portuguese coat of arms surrounded by the armillary sphere. The coat of arms consists of a white shield with five small blue shields in the shape of a cross, representing the five Moorish kings defeated by the first king of Portugal, D. Afonso Henriques. Around these small shields, there are seven golden castles, symbolizing the fortresses built to protect the kingdom. The armillary sphere surrounding the coat of arms symbolizes the Age of Discoveries during which Portuguese explorers sailed to new lands. The flag consists of two vertical bands: green symbolizes hope and red represents the blood shed by those who defended Portugal. The coloring of the flag of Portugal can be personalized with a country name or a short message before printing.