The soyombo and the tajitu are not normally heard words or maybe out of this world, but the fact is, these are part of the national emblem of Mongolia. Soyombo, describes the columnar preparation made on the abstract and geometric depiction of the elements fire, sun, moon, earth, water; while the tajitu is more popular as the yin-yang symbol.
These national symbols are found in the
National Flag of Mongolia, being at the center of the red band at the hoist side and shown in yellow. The flag has three equal vertical bands of blue flanked by two red bands on both sides, similar to the flag of 1949, except that the socialist star had been omitted. The
flag became official or legal on February 12, 1992.
Mongolia is one of the highest countries in the world, with elevation reaching an average of 1,580meters, contains mountains and plateaus. It is located sandwiched between two larger countries - Russia and China. Owing to its geographical setting, Mongolia experiences temperature extremes. The Gobi Desert dominates the southern part of Mongolia.
The Mongol horsemen of Genghis Khan conquered most of Asia and Europe during the 13th century, a testament to the far-reaching influence of this heady race. Mongolia became a communist country in 1924, but evolved democratically as multi-party elections were held in 1990. Poverty still haunts country wide as agriculture production cannot sustain the needs of the population, and is a major concern for the new government.
The economy for the moment relies heavily on the export of copper, livestock, animal products, wool, hides, cashmere, and gold to keep the standard of living tolerable.
by:
The Flagman
