Six Flags, Inc (commonly Six Flags) is the world's largest chain of amusement parks and theme parks, in terms of number of properties. The company maintains 21 properties located throughout North America, including theme parks, water parks and family entertainment centers. The company's headquarters are located in New York City.
The company took its name from its first property, Six Flags Over Texas, and the six flags that have flown over the state of Texas during its history, namely those of Spain, France, Mexico, the Republic of Texas, the United States of America and the Confederate States of America.
In 2006, Six Flags properties hosted approximately 28.5 million guests, making it the second most popular theme park company in the world, behind Walt Disney Parks and Resorts only .
