Description
Proudly represent the autonomous community of Castile and León with a regional flag that dates back to the 14th century. The flag of Castile and León was flying on the Niña, Pinta, and Santa María when Christopher Columbus landed in the Americas.
Our flag of Castile is manufactured in the United States from weather-resistant nylon fabric for outdoor flying. Nylon is also a lightweight fabric that flies easily, even in gentle breezes. The unique castle and lion design is added using precise digital printing technology for intricate details and bright, vibrant colors.
Each flag features a durable canvas heading and brass grommets for simple attachment to one of our outdoor flagpoles. This Kingdom of Castile flag measures 3’ by 5’, which is an excellent fit for our bestselling 6’ tangle-free flagpole.
Royal Standard of Spain Flag Product Details
- Made in the USA
- Authentic 14th-century design
- 100% premium nylon
- Robust canvas heading
- Rust-resistant brass grommets
- Single/reverse construction
- 3’ x 5’ size
Castile and León Flag History and Meaning
The Royal Standard of Spain, which also serves as the flag of Castile and León, first appeared in the Middle Ages. The upper left and bottom right corners represent Castile, and the upper right and bottom left corners symbolize the region of León.
Both areas were unified in 1230 under the Crown of Castile, combining both symbols into one flag. When Christopher Columbus sailed to the Americas in 1492, his ships flew the Royal Standard of Spain, as well as the Columbus Expedition flag.
Castile’s castle icon honors the many castles built in the region between the 8th and 15th centuries. The lion first represented the area of León in the 12th century during the reign of Alfonso VII.
