State symbols of Kazakhstan - our pride and protection

These symbols have great significance in the country as tokens of nationhood and independence. The state symbols are inherent attribute of an independent state. Every Kazakhstani takes pride in our symbols of state, the symbols of a sovereign state. The blue flag reflects the pure sky and represents peace and prosperity. The sun on the flag is a representation of life, energy and openness; the soaring steppe eagle illustrates the power and sovereignty of the state and its high aspirations. The vertical band with the national ornamental patterns and the national ornaments along the flagstaff represent the art and cultural traditions of the Kazakh people. The respect for a flag is a respect for the country, its people, and its history. Our national emblem is very symbolic and refers to the history of Kazakh people.The authors of the state emblem are famous Kazakh architects Zhandarbek Malibekov and Shot-Aman Ualikhanov. The state emblem has the shape of a circle or wheel, a symbol of life and eternity that was especially valued among the nomads of the Great Steppes. The image of shanyrak, the round closure at the top of a yurt, in the centre of the state emblem symbolises the peoples' common homeland. The horse stands for bravery; the wings, the dream of the multinational people of Kazakhstan to build a strong and prosperous nation. The star reflects the dream of building a state open to all countries of the world for cooperation and partnership. Its primary colour, gold, serves as a symbol of wealth, justice and magnanimity.There is an inscription "Kazakhstan" at the lower part of emblem. National anthem of the Republic of Kazakhstan is written by Shamshi Kaldayakov, Nursultan Nazarbayev and Zhumeken Nazhimedenov. (Agencies)