The “Flag of Venice 1997 Italy” refers to a specific design of the Venetian flag, which was officially adopted as the regional flag by the Italian region of Veneto in 1997. The flag consists of five vertical stripes arranged in the following pattern: two red stripes at the top and bottom edges, three white stripes in the middle, and a lion of Saint Mark (symbol of Venice) depicted in gold within the central white stripe. This design signifies the historical and cultural significance of Venice within Italy. Prior to 1997, the use of the Venetian flag had been restricted due to political reasons. The adoption of this flag by the Italian region of Veneto reaffirms the regional pride and identity associated with Venice.