National Flag Day is observed in the Faroe Islands on April 25 each year. This day celebrates the flag of the Faroe Islands, known as Merkið, which was designed in 1919 by three Faroese students and first raised in Fámjin. The flag received official status on April 25, 1940, when it was approved as the civil ensign by the British occupation government. The design features a red Nordic cross, outlined in blue, on a white field, symbolizing the archipelago's connections to other Nordic countries and the natural beauty of the Faroe Islands. The flag is recognized by the Danish government since 1948. Celebrations on this day include various events that honor the flag and its significance to Faroese identity. The original flag can be viewed in the church of Fámjin, serving as a notable location linked to its history.