Saint George's Day

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A Christian celebration. Saint George's Day is a feast day honored by Christian churches around the world to remember Saint George, an important figure in Christian history.

Patron of many places. Saint George is the main patron saint of England, Ethiopia, Georgia, Catalonia, Aragon, Palestine, Rio de Janeiro, and Genoa, which means he is deeply connected to these countries and cities.

Protector of nations. Beyond his main territories, Saint George is also an important patron saint for Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Greece, Lithuania, Portugal, Romania, Serbia, Syria, and Lebanon.

Celebrated worldwide. Different regions celebrate Saint George's Day in their own special ways, making it a global tradition that brings communities together to honor their patron saint.