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National symbols uk

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Scotland
Wales
Northern Ireland
England
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The leek

The leek is the national emblem of Wales. Leek is believed to have healing properties and can be used to ward off evil spirits and predict the future.

Saint Andrew

He is the patron saint of Scotland and was one of the Twelve Apostles of Jesus

St. Andrew's Day is celebrated on November 30.

Lion Rampant of Scotland

The lion flag is the royal banner of Scotland, and the royal standard of the Kingdom of Scotland. It has been used historically by the Scottish monarchs,

Saint David

He is the patron saint of Wales. Saint David's Day is celebrated on March 1, the date of Saint David's death in 589 AD.

The thistle

The thistle is the national flower of Scotland. Legend has it that during the invasion the Norsemen tried to surprise the members of the Scottish clan. But as they advanced barefoot, one of Haakon's men stepped on a thistle and screamed in pain, this alerted the clan members to the Norse advance.

Red rose

The red rose is the national flower of England.

Saint George

He is the patron saint of England and It is believed that he was a Roman warrior. St. George is celebrated on April 23.

The oak

The oak is a symbol of England and is associated with strength, honour, nobility, and wisdom.

The daffodil

Is the national flower of wales. This flower blooms on March 1 (St. david's day).

Saint Patrick

He is the patron saint of ireland and is also nown as the "Apostle of Ireland". Saint Patrick's Day is celebrated in Ireland on March 17.

The shamrock

This plant is the national symbol of Ireland. Saint Patrick, is said to have used it as a metaphor for the Christian Holy Trinity.

Red Hand of Ulster

This symbol is used to denote the Irish province of Ulster and the Northern Uí Néill in particular.