Vladimir region. Coat of arms, flag and symbols of certain cities

Each isolated region has its own individual symbolism, which points to the historical past, sights and other factors that differentiate the terrain from the others. The coat of arms of the Vladimir region changed a little over time, but the common features have been preserved since the days of the Vladimir principality.

Description

One of the most beautiful subjects of the Russian Federation is the Vladimir region, the coat of arms of which is a French shield of red color, framing with golden oak branches and St. Andrew's ribbon. The top part of the composition is decorated with a royal crown made of precious materials.

Inside the shield is a hybrid of a lion and a leopard, made of gold, crowned by an iron crown decorated with silver and diamonds. In the right paw the beast holds a long cross.

Symbolism

Many subjects of the Russian Federation slightly modified their symbols throughout history. The exception was not and the Vladimir region. The coat of arms of the new model has a deep meaning and takes into account the historical development and significance of the region.

Historians argue that the lion has long served as the heraldic symbol of the Vladimir princes and until 1730 was portrayed standing on its hind legs with its head turned in profile. But after this period, the head of the beast turned and began to be depicted on the front.

The lion is a symbol of courage, power, generosity and generosity, and the leopard points to the courage and courage of the inhabitants of the Vladimir region.

The crown crowning the head of the animal shows the status of the Vladimir principality in the period from the 12th to the 14th centuries. The cross, which the lion holds in its paws, symbolizes the deep faith and piety of the population. In addition, at the beginning of the 14th century, the residence of Orthodox metropolitans was located in this area.

The frame of the shield is completely borrowed from the emblem of the Vladimir province and indicates the status of the region and its significance for the state. The red color of the background is not chosen by chance, he talks about courage, courage and honor, and also recalls the heroic past of the region.

Interesting! According to the rules of heraldry, the lion, pictured head-on, is called the "lion leopard".

Flag

The Vladimir region, the coat of arms and flag of which are directly related, retains its symbolism for many years.

The panel is divided into two parts, the size of which is related in proportion to one to two. The left, narrower strip is colored blue, in its upper corner there are the golden hammer and sickle, which are the main symbol of the USSR. In the center of the right side there is the coat of arms of the region, the background was chosen as red, the indicator of courage and honor.

The flag of the Vladimir region indicates its belonging to the Russian Federation.

Emblems of the cities of Vladimir region

All cities also have their own individual signs, which differ from each other. The Vladimir region, the emblem of which is very similar to the symbol of the central city, shows the close connection of the region and its parts. On a red background there is a lion leopard, on its head there is a crown, and in the paws there is a long cross.

On the symbolism of other major cities, in the upper part of the coat of arms of Vladimir, and the lower fields are different:

1. Alexandrov - on a claret background vise and two anvils.
2. Vyazniki - elm tree on a gold background.
3. Gorokhovets is a golden pea field.
4. Kirzhach - on a green background sleeping on a stump owl with wings spread.
5. Kovrov - two hares, looking in different directions.
6. Melenki - a golden mill on a blue sky background.
7. Murom - three small rolls on a blue background.
8. Cover - on the heavenly background two hands holding a golden veil.
9. Sudogda - is famous for its abundant haymaking, so in the lower part on the dark green background four lying rakes are shown.
10. Yuryev-Polsky - on a white canvas two standing wagons filled with cherries.

Other major cities have the following symbols:

1. Kameshkovo - a pipe is shown on a green background, lying crosswise with notes, the lower part is symbolically lined with gold stones.
2. Suzdal - the upper part of the shield is painted in heavenly color, and the lower one is red, and in the middle there is proudly a falcon with a crown on its head.
3. Goose-crystal - on a red background is a goose made of crystal, in the lower corners are located spruce as a symbol of the wealth of the city.
4. Cockerels - on a scarlet background there are two golden cock looking at each other.

Most often, the coats of arms reflect the history and positive aspects of the region, the Vladimir region best suits these canons.