The flag of Burkina Faso consists of two horizontal stripes in red and green colors and a golden star located in the center of the flag on the borderline of these stripes. The colors used are typical examples of pan-African colors, however, the official explanation says that the red symbolizes the socialist revolution and that the green color stands for natural wealth of the country. Burkina Faso was a French colony until 1960 and it was called Upper Volta. The flag has been adopted in 1984 when the country was renamed to Burkina Faso (in translation “a country of unbribables”) after the series of military coups. The colors also refer to solidarity towards other African nations and the golden star recalls the guiding light of the revolution.
Yet Burkina Faso remains an enthralling destination for intrepid travelers, thanks to its wonderful inhabitants and dramatic landscapes. As such, the country, though not frequently visited, is a fine place in which to immerse yourself in West African culture.
Meaning “land of the honest people,” Burkina Faso proudly proclaims to be one of the friendliest countries in Africa – and visitors are sure of a warm welcome. Burkinabé, as the people of Burkina Faso are known, are the exact opposite of the harsh land that they inhabit – and it is these cordial and courteous people who make coming here such a joy.
[/section] [section padding__sm=”15px”] [title text=”Main information”]| Country | Burkina Faso |
| Capital city | Ouagadougou |
| Population | 20,107,509(2017) |
| Total area | 274,000 km2 |
| Formation | 5. 8. 1960 |
| Highest point | Tena Kourou (749 m) |
| GDP | $38.758 billion(2018) |
| Currency | west african cfa franc (XOF) |
| Code | BF (BFA) |
| ISD Calling code | +226 |
| How to Dial | Please Add 00 or + as Prefix to these Codes |
| Internet TLD | .bf |
