Why are there 5 strips in the Puerto Rican flag?

The Puerto Rican flag consists of five horizontal stripes—three red and two white. The red stripes symbolize the blood that nourishes the people, while the white stripes represent peace and victory. The blue triangle signifies the sky and body of water surrounding Puerto Rico, with the white star symbolizing the island itself. Together, these elements reflect Puerto Rico's identity, history, and aspirations.