The flag of the Philippines is a symbol of national pride and identity. It consists of a white equilateral triangle with a golden yellow sun and three five-pointed stars, set against a background of blue and red horizontal stripes. The white triangle represents equality and fraternity, while the blue stripe signifies peace, truth, and justice. The red stripe symbolizes patriotism and valor. The eight primary rays of the sun represent the first eight provinces that revolted against Spanish rule. The three stars symbolize the three main geographical divisions of the Philippines: Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao. The flag is an important emblem of the country's history and culture.