Flag of Saint Lucia The colours and symbols of the flag carry cultural, political, and regional meanings. The blue epitomises the sky and the sea, specifically the Atlantic Ocean and Caribbean Sea which encircle the country. The black and white allude to the harmonious relationship between the black and white races. The yellow symbolises the sunshine, as well as prosperity. The triangles represent the Pitons, which are twin volcanic cones located in the southwest part of the island and unity; Gros Piton and Petit Piton are a national symbol of Saint Lucia. Flag of Saint Lucia The flag of Saint Lucia consists of a
Saltibus, Saint Lucia respective roles and march to Church for a service which precedes their parade through the streets before returning to the hall for their feasting or grande fete. Carnival - Traditionally in common with other Caribbean countries, Saint Lucia held a carnival before Lent in association with Mardi Gras. In 1999, the government moved Carnival to mid-July to avoid competing with the much larger Trinidad and Tobago carnival. It wanted to attract more overseas visitors. In May 2009, St. Lucians commemorated the 150th Anniversary of East Indian Heritage on the island, the first of its annual celebration. Saltibus, Saint Lucia Saltibus