Gorontalo Regency Emblem

The Gorontalo Regency emblem consists of a heart-shaped purple shield, white circular edging, a red field, and a yellow five-pointed star at the top. It also includes traditional and natural features whose documented meanings are described below.

• Shape and colors: The heart-shaped purple shield symbolizes loyalty, protection, and endurance. The white circular edging depicts the human body or an orderly way of life, while the red field symbolizes struggle and courage.
• Five-pointed star: Positioned at the top, the yellow star symbolizes belief in the One Almighty God and is linked to the philosophy of Pancasila. It is associated with the saying “Adati hula-hula to sara’a, sara’a hula-hula to Kuru’ani,” expressing the relationship between custom, religious law, and the Qur’an.
• Keris: This traditional weapon symbolizes strength, honor, and self-defense.
• Coconut tree: The tree symbolizes an important natural resource and a foundation of the local people’s economy, including copra production.
• Mountain: The mountain symbolizes steadfastness and strength, and refers to the region’s mountainous geography.
• Chain: The chain symbolizes unity, family ties, and strong mutual cooperation among residents.
• Lake: The depiction of Lake Limboto refers to the area’s water resources and an important source of life.
• Rice and cotton: These elements symbolize prosperity, well-being, and social justice for the community.

The regional motto presented with the Gorontalo Regency emblem is “Dulo Ito Momongu Lipu,” meaning “Let us build the homeland.”