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The flag of Tenerife is a white saltire (or Cross of Burgundy or St Andrew's Cross) [1] over a blue field. The arms of the cross are approximately one fifth the width of the flag and the field is navy blue (azul marino).
12 Δεκ 2023 · The Scottish flag, known as the Saltire, features a white saltire cross on a blue field, while Tenerife’s flag includes the same design, but with the addition of the island’s coat of arms in the center.
12 Δεκ 2023 · The Scotland flag flying proudly in Tenerife serves as a comforting symbol for Scottish tourists, reminding them of the familiar culture and warm hospitality they can expect on the island. It creates a sense of belonging and camaraderie, making Tenerife an even more attractive destination.
14 Ιουν 2024 · The flags of Scotland and the Canary island of Tenerife are both navy blue with a white diagonal cross, known as St Andrew’s Cross. They’re pretty much identical, aside from the fact that the Scottish one is a slightly darker shade of blue.
12 Δεκ 2023 · The flag of Tenerife consists of two blue triangles, one on top of the other, with a white stripe in the middle. This design is said to have been inspired by the flag of Scotland, which also features a white stripe with blue triangles on a white background.
However, according to the most common theory, the flag was adopted just as a mark of respect to the bravery of the Scottish sailors in the Battle of Santa Cruz of 1797, an amphibious assault by the Royal Navy on the port city of Tenerife. Some cities, towns and villages also use a white saltire on a blue field.
How does the Tenerife flag compare to Scotland? The saltire is the flag of Tenerife by an Order issued on 9 May 1989. The flag of this Canary island indeed closely resembles the flag of Scotland, the difference is a navy blue field - a darker shade of blue than the Scottish.
