Flag of Mykolaiv Oblast
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| Use | Civil and state flag |
|---|---|
| Proportion | 2:3 |
The flag of Mykolaiv Oblast serves as the region's official heraldic symbol, reflecting its history and traditions. It was approved by the regional council on 16 April 2026,[1] with its author unknown. The previous flag was approved on 27 July 2001[2] and was designed by Ivan Bulavytskyi.
Description
The flag is rectangular with an aspect ratio of 2:3,[3] and it features three horizontal stripes: white, yellow, and blue, with proportions of 2:1:1. Notably, the lower blue stripe is wavy. At the center of the flag is the coat of arms displaying Saint Nicholas. Additionally, the reverse side of the flag is a mirror image of the obverse.

The previous flag featured a golden episcopal mitre positioned on crossed golden staffs.[3]
See also
References
- ↑ У обласній раді затвердили нову символіку Миколаївської області [New symbols of Mykolaiv Oblast have been approved by the oblast council]. Mykolaiv Oblast Council (in Ukrainian). 17 April 2026. Retrieved 23 April 2026.
- ↑ "On the approval of the coat of arms and flag of Mykolaiv Oblast and the Regulations on their use" (PDF). Mykolaiv Oblast Council (in Ukrainian). 27 July 2001. Retrieved 2026-04-14.
- 1 2 "Symbols of Mykolaiv Oblast". Mykolaiv Oblast Council (in Ukrainian). Retrieved 2026-04-14.
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