The flag of Nicaragua consists of three equal horizontal bands. The top and bottom bands are blue, symbolizing the Caribbean Sea and the Pacific Ocean. The middle band is white, embodying peace. Centered on the white band is the country's coat of arms, which features a triangle encircled by the words REPUBLICA DE NICARAGUA on top and AMERICA CENTRAL on the bottom. The triangle, symbolizing equality, contains five volcanoes representing the five members of the federation, a rainbow signifying peace, and a Phrygian cap symbolizing liberty.