Flag of Rio Grande do Sul Brazil - Color Changing Coffee Mug

The Flag of Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil is one of the official flags of the 26 states of Brazil. It consists of three horizontal bands of green (top and bottom), white (middle), and blue (bottom). The state's coat of arms is centrally positioned on the white band. Rio Grande do Sul is located in the southernmost part of Brazil and is the most densely populated region south of São Paulo. The flag was officially adopted on November 15, 1943, after various changes to its design since its initial adoption in 1835. The green symbolizes the state's fertile lands, the white stands for peace and honesty, and the blue represents the rivers and the sky. The coat of arms contains several significant symbols related to Rio Grande do Sul's history and culture, such as the ribbon symbolizing the union of the people and the crossed keys representing the authority bestowed by the Portuguese crown.