stackyFACTSWhile every other nation on earth conformed to the boring rectangular fabric standard, Nepal chose chaos. Their flag consists of two stacked pennant triangles, symbolizing the Himalayas and two major religions. It is a mathematical nightmare for manufacturers and an absolute menace to the OCD travelers who just want a clean grid of national banners.
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